Section 485:61 - Rules for Water ConservationI. The department shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, for water conservation practices for water users. These rules shall strike a reasonable balance between environmental, energy, and economic impacts and be consistent with current industry standards and practices for different types of water users.II. The water conservation rules in paragraph I of this section shall apply to all new permit applicants and applications for water withdrawals subject to the provisions of RSA 485:3, RSA 485:48, RSA 485-C:21, RSA 485-A:12, IV, and section 401 of the Clean Water Act.III. Water conservation rules shall be consistent with applicable state or federal rules and regulations.Amended by 2023, 239:6, eff. 8/8/2023. 2002, 142 : 2 , eff. July 12, 2002.