Boat Names, NEW Minimum Height Requirments for Boats in the Auckland area, New Zealand.

There are new boat identification laws for the Auckland area

Here’s the imortant part (link to full bylaw is at the bottom)

2.14 Vessels to be identified

1. The master and owner of a vessel shall ensure the vessel is marked with its name or similar identifying marks. This shall be displayed, on each side of the vessel. The number or name shall be a minimum height of 90 millimeters and each character shall be legible.

2. Clause 2.14.1 shall not apply to non-mechanically powered vessels of less than 6 meters in length. Such vessels should be marked with a name, or the owners name or contact details somewhere on the vessel.

3. Clause 2.14.1 shall not apply to mechanically power driven vessels of less than 4 meters in length. Such vessels should be marked with a name, or the owners name or contact details somewhere on the vessel.

http://www.arc.govt.nz/albany/fms/main/Documents/Environment/Coastal%20and%20marine/Harbourmaster/ARC%20Navigation%20Safety%20Bylaw%20WEB.pdf