2591-S2 AMH CHAB FORD 367

2SHB 2591 - H AMD TO H AMD (H-5500.1/10) 1434

By Representative Chandler

NOT CONSIDERED 3/11/2010

    On page 7, after line 13 of the striking amendment, insert the following:

    "(18)(a) The fees collected under the provisions of this section are intended to expedite the processing of water right applications.

    (b)(i) Beginning July 1, 2013, the department shall process an application for a new appropriation within two years of filing unless the applicant requests that the time be extended.

    (ii) Beginning July 1, 2013, the department shall process an application for a change, transfer or amendment to an existing water right within one year of filing unless the applicant requests the time be extended.

    (c) Beginning July 1, 2013, if an application is not processed by the department within the time frame established in this subsection,  the applicant shall be entitled to a reimbursement payment equal to one-fifth of the fee paid under the provisions of this section for every three months beyond the time frame specified in this subsection."

EFFECT:   Requires the Department of Ecology (DOE) to process an application for a new appropriation within two years of filing unless the applicant requests that the time be extended.  Requires the DOE to process an application for a change, transfer or amendment to an existing water right within one year of filing unless the applicant requests the time be extended.  Allows the applicant to be reimbursed equal to one-fifth of the fees paid for every three months beyond the time frame specified in this subsection.

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