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RSA 485:61 · Rules for Water Conservation

Title
L: WATER MANAGEMENT AND PROTECTION
Chapter
485 · NEW HAMPSHIRE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT
Status
current
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485:61 Rules for Water Conservation. –

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I.

The department shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, for water conservation practices for water users. These rules shall strike a reasonable balance between environmental, energy, and economic impacts and be consistent with current industry standards and practices for different types of water users.

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II.

The water conservation rules in paragraph I of this section shall apply to all new permit applicants and applications for water withdrawals subject to the provisions of RSA 485:3, RSA 485:48, RSA 485-C:21, RSA 485-A:12, IV, and section 401 of the Clean Water Act.

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III.

Water conservation rules shall be consistent with applicable state or federal rules and regulations. Source. 2002, 142:2, eff. July 12, 2002. 2023, 239:6, eff. Aug. 8, 2023.

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Source note

Source. 2002, 142:2, eff. July 12, 2002. 2023, 239:6, eff. Aug. 8, 2023.

Source history

  • 2002, 142:2, eff. July 12, 2002
  • 2023, 239:6, eff. Aug. 8, 2023

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