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PHOTO: SUPPLIED – The owner of this boat shed must remove the balcony, front windows, chairs, toilet, shower, barbecue and furniture – and ensure public access over the jetty.

The owner of an exclusive holiday home in the Marlborough Sounds has been ordered by the Environment Court to ensure public access across a jetty and undo boat shed modifications.

Hamish Doig, owner of the Christchurch arm of Colliers International, said Marlborough District Council had also indicated it would seek legal costs of about $40,000.

“It’s pathetic. The nearest neighbour is 500 metres away. They don’t want you to have a barbecue or a seat so you can enjoy the experience overlooking the water, which is why people go to the Sounds.”

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