(1) This section applies in relation to an application for a commercial activity permit (a
"forestry application" ) if—(a) the activity for which the permit is sought is to be conducted—(i) in 1 or more forestry areas; and(ii) in either or both of the following areas—(A) a protected area under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 ;(B) a recreation area under the Recreation Areas Management Act 2006 ; and(b) the applicant has also applied for an authority (however called) for conducting the activity in the protected area or recreation area (the
"related application" ); and(c) the chief executive is satisfied the forestry application and the related application can be considered together.
(2) The chief executive may waive payment of the fee payable for the forestry application to the extent of the amount already paid for the related application, up to an amount not more than the full amount of the fee for the forestry application.