HAR §13-170-21. Guidelines for preparation of the plan

(a) In preparation of the inventories identified above and the designation of hydrologic units statewide, the commission shall consult with the appropriate county, state, and federal agencies. (b) The commission shall study the means and methods of conserving and augmenting the state's water resources. The study shall include the effect on the environment, procreation of aquatic life and wildlife, and water quality; study the quantity and quality of water needed for existing and contemplated uses, including irrigation, power development, geothermal power, industrial, and municipal uses; and study such other related matters as drainage, reclamation, flood hazards, floodplain zoning, dam safety, and selection of reservoir sites, as they relate to the protection, conservation, quantity, and quality of water. (c) The commission shall set forth programs to conserve, augment, and protect the water resource; and shall consider any other elements necessary or desirable for inclusion in the water resource protection plan. [Eff. MAY 27 1988] (Auth: HRS §174C-8) (Imp: HRS §§174C-5, 174C-31) Subchapter 3 Water Use and Development Plan