OAR 141-087-0015: Division Application Review

The Division shall review the following applications to determine if the proposed hydroelectric project is to be constructed on lands within the jurisdiction of the Board: (1) Applications with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a preliminary permit or license to operate a hydroelectric project or for an exemption from the FERC licensing process. (2) Applications for a right to appropriate water for hydroelectric power under ORS Chapter 537. (3) Applications for a preliminary permit or a hydroelectric license under ORS Chapter 543. (4) Applications for local land use approval for a proposed hydroelectric project. (5) Applications for a site certificate from the Energy Facility Siting Council (EFSC) under ORS Chapter 469.