Model Local Rule (Accumulation of Loose Impediments, MLR F-14)
Treats piles of loose impediments such as piles of leaves in the general area or in a bunker as ground under repair.
This Model Local Rule will be limited to the holes or specific areas where there are problems with piles of loose impediments. General areas that have blown leaves are not valid for a free drop..
The accumulation and a bulked congregation is where the rule applies
If players agree the ball has entered the area.
A drop without penalty can be played.
This rule is now in operation
Preferred lies will also continue until further notice
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