Current through September, 2024
Section 13-169-32 - Investigations required(a) After giving notice and before any proposed instream flow standard is established by the commission, the department under the directive of the commission shall conduct whatever investigation is deemed necessary for the commission to reach a decision. During the investigation the department shall consult with and consider the recommendations of the state department of health, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the mayor of the appropriate county, and other agencies and persons having information on the stream(s), reach(es), or non-instream uses.(b) The commission may also require reports from users of stream water detailing the quantity of water being used and the manner and extent of the use.[Eff. MAY 27, 1988] (Auth: HRS § 174C-8) (Imp: HRS §§ 174C-5, 174C-71)