Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee
Title 0400 - Environment and Conservation
Subtitle 0400-02 - Division of State Parks and Division of Natural Areas
Chapter 0400-02-08 - Management of Tennessee Natural Resource Areas
Section 0400-02-08-.25 - NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ZONE

Universal Citation: TN Comp Rules and Regs 0400-02-08-.25

Current through September 24, 2024

(1) Each natural area may be divided into Natural Environment Zones according to degree of development within the respective Natural Environmental Zones. Visitor presence and use may be specified for each Natural Environmental Zone.

(2) In establishing Natural Environmental Zones, consideration shall be given to the natural features and characteristics of the resource and to the objectives of the natural area as stated in the management plan.

(3) Natural areas are classified by default as natural environment predominates (Natural Environmental Zone 2). Delineation of any part of a natural area as any other Natural Environmental Zone shall be referenced in the management plan.

(4) Classification of Natural Environment Zones.

ZONE DESCRIPTION AND PRIMARY USE

1 Unmodified area containing unique natural characteristics is predominant. Primary use is research. Permit required for utilization.

2 Natural environment predominates. Day use passive recreation experience is emphasized. Primary visitor uses are hiking and observation.

3 Slightly modified natural environment discernible. Man-made structures are minimal. Primary visitor uses are hiking, observation, and camping.

4 Modified natural environment evident. Visitor centers, staff residences, picnic, parking, and sanitary facilities are permitted.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 4-5-201, et seq.; 11-1-101; 11-13-106; and 11-14-104.

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