Section 37: Wayleaves occupier’s liability
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37. Wayleaves occupier’s liability
(1) An occupier of land for which a wayleave has been granted shall not
be liable for any damage caused to a licensee’s lines located on or under
such land which occurs by reason of the occupier’s activity, provided that all
reasonable precautions have been taken by the occupier of the land to avoid
damaging the licensee’s lines.
(2) The occupier shall, at all reasonable times, grant access to the licensee for the purpose of attending to his works.
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Questions this section answers
- Am I liable if my normal activity on my land accidentally damages a licensee's electric lines under a wayleave?