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In forceInterference with water to improve security for town water supply
Chapter 5Strategies for achieving outcomes
Part 4Interference with water in a watercourse, lake or spring
32 Interference with water to improve security for town water supply
(1)
This section applies if the purpose of the proposed interference with water is to provide improved security for town water supplies taken under an authorisation.
(2)
The chief executive must not grant the application unless the chief executive is satisfied—
(a)
the town has appropriate water supply security strategies, such as demand and drought management strategies, in place; and
(b)
there is a demonstrated need for an increased reliability of the water supply.
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