Nevada Revised Statutes (Last Updated: December 24, 2014) |
TITLE48 WATER |
CHAPTER533. Adjudication of Vested Water Rights; Appropriation of Public Waters |
APPROPRIATION OF PUBLIC WATERS |
Environmental Permits |
NRS533.4375. Approval of application by State Engineer: Conditions.
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- The State Engineer may approve an application for an environmental permit if:
1. The application is accompanied by the prescribed fees and a copy of a letter or order issued by the Division of Environmental Protection of the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources requiring the applicant to take steps to protect the environment;
2. The appropriation is in the public interest; and
3. The appropriation does not impair water rights held by other persons.
(Added to NRS by 1991, 757)