The Department of Fish and Wildlife may comment on applications for net pen facilities to other state, county, and federal agencies. In determining whether to grant permits and in commenting on permit applications to other state, county, and federal agencies, the Department shall consider, but not be limited to:
(1) Protection of natural fish production in surrounding waters and nearby submerged areas.(2) Continued availability of recreational areas of state waters for public use.(3) Compatibility with state and local land use plans and documented in accordance with OAR 635-040-0009(4)(d).(4) Control of fish introduction, fish health and general operations through the fish propagation license, fish transport permits and other applicable regulations.Or. Admin. Code § 635-040-0210
FWC 5-1990, f. 1-24-90, cert. ef. 1-26-90Stat. Auth.: ORS Ch. 496, 506 & 508
Stats. Implemented: ORS Ch. 496, 506 & 508