533.4375 - Approval of application by State Engineer: Conditions.

533.4375  Approval of application by State Engineer: Conditions.  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)