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NRS 533.027 - Applicability of chapter to de minimus collection of precipitation.

NV Rev Stat § 533.027 (2019) (N/A)
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1. The provisions of this chapter do not apply to the de minimus collection of precipitation:

(a) From the rooftop of a single-family dwelling for nonpotable domestic use; or

(b) If the collection does not conflict with any existing water rights as determined by the State Engineer, in a guzzler to provide water for use by wildlife. The guzzler must:

(1) Have a capacity of 20,000 gallons or less;

(2) Have a capture area of 1 acre or less;

(3) Have a pipe length of 1/4 mile or less;

(4) Be developed by a state or federal agency responsible for wildlife management or by any other person in consultation with the Department of Wildlife; and

(5) Be approved for use by the Department of Wildlife.

2. As used in this section:

(a) “Domestic use” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 534.013; and

(b) “Guzzler” has the meaning ascribed to it in NRS 501.121.

(Added to NRS by 2017, 1432)

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