Approval of a temporary allocation
There are occasions when a holder of a water licence, or landholders without a licence, may take more water than the licence permits. These can occur during high flows in a watercourse. However, before water is taken, a temporary allocation must be approved and issued under Section 90(1) of the
Water Management Act 1999.
Conditions
A temporary water allocation may be issued for a period not exceeding six months if the taking of water:
(a) is consistent with any relevant water management plan;
(b) does not adversely affect the taking of water by others with a right to take water from the water resource; and
(c) does not cause material environmental harm or serious environmental harm.
Further conditions may be applied for temporary allocations in a Hydro Electric District. See the
Water Districts Summary document for more information on Hydro Electric Districts.
Applying for a temporary allocation
Phone 1300
368 550 - request to be put through to the Water Operations Branch.
Email: Water.Operations@nre.tas.gov.au