OAR 690-053-0020: Amendment Criteria

Under ORS 543.092, upon the request of the hydroelectric water right, and the approval of the Department, a hydroelectric water right or certificate may be amended, provided that the amendment: (1) Is consistent with the final unified state position for the project, if one exists; (2) Is consistent with the requirements of ORS Chapter 543A; (3) Causes no injury to other water rights that cannot be adequately mitigated as determined by the Water Resources Department; and (4) Allows for public participation in the amendment process.