Minnesota HF3007 amends statutes to require preapplication evaluation and permitting for large water appropriation projects and environmental impact.

Minnesota HF3007 amends existing statutes to enhance the evaluation and permitting process for projects requiring large water appropriations. The bill applies to projects with a proposed consumptive use exceeding 100 million gallons per year or 250,000 gallons per day. It encourages potential applicants to discuss their projects with the commissioner early in the development process to ensure compatibility with other water users and adequate water supply. The commissioner must evaluate preapplication information and respond with potential water availability constraints.

Minnesota HF3007 amends statutes to require preapplication evaluation and permitting for large water appropriation projects and environmental impact.

Minnesota HF3007 amends existing statutes to enhance the evaluation and permitting process for projects requiring large water appropriations. The bill applies to projects with a proposed consumptive use exceeding 100 million gallons per year or 250,000 gallons per day. It encourages potential applicants to discuss their projects with the commissioner early in the development process to ensure compatibility with other water users and adequate water supply. The commissioner must evaluate preapplication information and respond with potential water availability constraints.