Ohio § 1521.231
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1521.231, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1521.231.
Whenever any person submits an application under section 1521.23 of the Revised Code to withdraw water from the Lake Erie drainage basin that would result in a new or
increased consumptive use totaling more than five million gallons per day, the chief
of the division of water resources shall notify the governors and premiers of the
other great lakes states and provinces, the appropriate water management agencies
of those states and provinces, and, when appropriate, the international joint commission
and shall solicit their comments and concerns regarding the application. In the event of an objection to the proposed consumptive use, the chief shall consult
with the affected great lakes states and provinces to consider the issues involved
and seek mutually agreeable recommendations. Before rendering a decision on the permit application, the chief shall consider
the concerns, comments, and recommendations of the other great lakes states and provinces
and the international joint commission.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1521.231
What does Ohio Revised Code § 1521.231 cover?
Section 1521.231 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 1521.231?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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