Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2021L01868:reg:6:p80
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2021L01868
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 6 (pt 80/86)
Character Range: 277018–281792

identified noxious plants located on site.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Changes to the vista other than those noted as permitted actions.
Staking and support of growing plants to ensure stability of plant species.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Installation of new growing structure without prior agency approval.
Pruning (for safety and aesthetics). Shrubs should be pruned to achieve desirable ornamental features of the particular specimens and to remove damaged or diseased parts. Plants should be pruned to prevent them from overgrowing footpaths, blocking gutters, impeding pest control access or preventing pedestrian or vehicular access. Care must be taken to protect significant specimens and the natural form of the plant when pruning for access.   Old Parliament House must obtain the consent of the National Capital Authority prior to affixing an external sign (including an illuminated sign), advertisement or notice on the land or building, regardless of whether the sign is temporary or permanent.
Dead, diseased or damaged limbs up to 200 mm diameter may be removed by garden maintenance personnel; thereafter, limb removal greater than 200 mm must be carried out by an arboriculturist or personnel approved by the agency.
Provision of top-soil, sub-soil, sand, mulch, fertiliser and gravel, as required.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Soil additions are to be free of other materials (for example, rocks, bricks, concrete or other materials which may inhibit growth)
Post-1988 graffiti removal.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Pre-1988 graffiti removal.
Improvement and maintenance of all vegetation, including lawns.
Training roses to grow onto pre-existing growing structures.
Irrigation repair and replacement, as required.
Plants may be divided and replanted in accordance with good horticultural practice where appropriate to the species.
Soil may be aerated and footing perimeter levels maintained, as required.

  Note: Refer to the Old Parliament House Gardens and Plantings Management Strategy for detailed guidance on the management of horticulture.

       12.4.11.  Unscheduled maintenance

  Opportunities: To conserve the heritage fabric and to ensure the building remains compliant with building and access codes within the limits of sound heritage management.

  Risks: Deliberate or accidental damage to heritage fabric from visitors, building occupants and contractors; incremental change to the building fabric having an adverse impact on the heritage values.
    1. Reporting damage

  All damage to heritage fabric must be reported immediately once the area has been made safe and Security have been informed:

      * Minor damage can be reported to Heritage staff via the Facilities Helpdesk.

      * Major damage should be reported directly to Heritage staff.

      * Please refer to the Disaster Action Plan for a comprehensive approach to dealing with disasters.

      * Supervisors for contractors and caterers must provide a written report on any damage to the Manager Heritage.

      * Photographs of damage should be taken and included in the report.

   b.  Preventing damage

PERMITTED ACTIONS                                                                                                                                                                      NOT PERMITTED ACTIONS
Plastic buckets or specialised bags