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)