The MSB's control of these comes as a result of their responsibility to ensure the safe use of waters. Vessels which occupy water space can be hazardous and the MSB is responsible for the siting of these in all waterways. Rights to these are also obtained by way of a licence and they are completely separate from the ownership of waterfront land. Transfer is effected by an application form signed by both the outgoing and incoming licensees together with a declaration that the boat has been transferred. A 12 month licence is then granted which is renewable every 12 months provided all conditions are complied with.
Special rules apply to a transfer resulting from the death of the licensee.
If the mooring is given up the apparatus must be removed. These are treated in the same way as other waterfront facilities within their area of ownership. The MSB grants approval to the construction and use of waterfront facilities within the area owned by it as defined above. Leases are issued for three years pending which they then become subject to yearly holding over. This keeps the costs of renewing the lease to a minimum.