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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. The Legislature hereby finds and declares that it is the policy of this State to allow the temporary conversion of agricultural water rights for wildlife purposes or to improve the quality or flow of water.
2. If a person or entity proposes to temporarily convert agricultural water rights for wildlife purposes or to improve the quality or flow of water, such temporary conversion:
(a) Must not be carried out unless the person or entity first applies for and receives from the State Engineer any necessary permits or approvals required pursuant to:
(1) The provisions of this chapter; and
(2) Any applicable decisions, orders, procedures and regulations of the State Engineer.
(b) Except as otherwise provided in this paragraph, must not exceed 3 years in duration. A temporary conversion of agricultural water rights for wildlife purposes or to improve the quality or flow of water may be extended in increments not to exceed 3 years in duration each, provided that the person or entity seeking the extension first applies for and receives from the State Engineer any necessary permits or approvals, as described in paragraph (a).
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Nevada Revised Statutes Title 48. Water § 533.0243. Temporary conversion of agricultural water for certain purposes: Legislative declaration; requirements; duration - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nv/title-48-water/nv-rev-st-533-0243/
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