Any of the Local or Area Offices of the N.S. Department of Natural Resources. An evaluation will be made to ensure that the aggregate can be removed without serious damage to the Nova Scotia environment. If all requirements are met and the application is approved, the applicant will be notified by the Area Supervisor. It is not renewable.
Tax is charged on stumpage and royalty.
Royalty rates are set in each local region to reflect local market values, based on quality and accessibility of material.