This dataset shows the number of registered boats by postcode in NSW and the number of active boat licences by postcode in NSW. Maritime NSW deals with recreational boating so the dataset includes registrations for recreational vessels (RV) as well as personal watercraft recreational (PWCR) and the boating licence counts are for the same general boating licence - recreational vessel and general PWC boating licence. The data will be updated on a monthly basis.

Private mooring licences are only issued to individuals. They’re not issued to a partnership, company, organisation or association. A private mooring licence permits you to moor your vessel on navigable waters. The licence is valid for 12 months. It will be renewed on payment of your annual [private mooring fees](https://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/maritime/moorings/mooring-fees.html#Privatemooringfees). The [RMS Private Moorings](https://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/maritime/moorings/private-moorings/index.html#Findingasuitablemooring) provides additional information regards: \* What is a private mooring licence? \* Finding a suitable mooring \* Applying for a mooring \* Joining a priority wait list Looking for a private mooring in NSW? Use this [map](https://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/maritime/moorings/private-moorings/map/#/cartomap) to find available and priority wait list areas, and to submit your application. 

We have established a Vessel Sewage No Discharge Zone (NDZ) for Puget Sound and certain adjoining waters. The NDZ is a body of water where boats may not release sewage, whether treated or not. It helps protect public health, water quality, and sensitive resources. The NDZ (Chapter 173-228 WAC) was adopted on April 9, 2018, after a five year public process and approval from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The rule was effective May 10, 2018. However, certain commercial vessels have a five year delay before the rule begins. There is no change for graywater discharges. For more information, visit Ecology's NDZ webpage.