(a) Permits to allow otherwise prohibited activities may be issued to any person by the commission. Activities for which a permit is sought must be consistent with the goals and objectives of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Management Plan (see section 648.10 of this Part).

(b) Any person seeking a permit to allow an otherwise prohibited activity must apply in writing to the commission. A written permit may or may not be issued by the commission. If a permit is issued, the permittee must comply with all terms and conditions of the permit. Any falsification of the information submitted on the application or any violation of the terms and conditions, rules, or regulations of this part constitutes grounds for permit revocation by the commission or its authorized representative.

(c) Permits for scientific collection may be issued by the commission and department and, when required, the department and the Assistant Commissioner for State Museum and Science Services, pursuant to section 233 of the Education Law as amended by chapter 121 of the Laws of 1958. Plant, fish and surface water resources of the preserve are protected pursuant to articles 8, 9, 11, 15 and 24 of the ECL.

(d) Permit applications and information must be obtained from the commission office.

(e) A permit is nontransferable.

(f) Permittees must have current permits in their immediate possession when engaging in an activity for which a permit is required.

(g) Permittees are responsible for securing any other licenses or permits as required by State or local law.