Sec. 8. In granting or refusing a permit, the department shall consider the following:
(1) The effect the withdrawal of additional ground water from the restricted use area will have on future supplies in the area.
(2) What use is to be made of the water.
(3) How the withdrawal will affect present users of ground water in the area.
(4) Whether the future natural replenishment is likely to become more or less.
(5) Whether future demands for ground water are likely to be greater or less.
(6) How the withdrawal of additional ground water will affect the health and best interests of the public.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-2-2-5(c).]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.18.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources
Article 25. Water Rights and Resources
Chapter 3. Water Rights; Ground Water
14-25-3-2. "Waste" and "Wasted" Defined
14-25-3-3. Public Policy Regarding Conservation of Ground Water
14-25-3-4. Restricted Use Areas; Designation
14-25-3-5. Restricted Use Areas; Orders, Rules, and Notice of Hearing
14-25-3-6. Withdrawal Permits; Requirement
14-25-3-7. Withdrawal Permits; Application
14-25-3-8. Withdrawal Permits; Factors to Consider
14-25-3-9. Withdrawal Permits; Conditions
14-25-3-10. Withdrawal Permits; Judicial Review
14-25-3-11. Statements of Average Daily Use of Ground Water
14-25-3-12. Records Regarding Drilling of New Wells
14-25-3-13. Withdrawal Permits; Title or Lease to Property Required
14-25-3-16. Determination of Quantity of Ground Water Removed