N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law 17-1407 – Priority nonpoint source pollution
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§ 17-1407. Priority nonpoint source pollution.
Terms Used In N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law 17-1407
- Nonpoint source: means any source of water pollution or pollutants which is not a discrete conveyance or point source permitted pursuant to title seven or eight of this article. See N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law 17-1403
From the inventory developed pursuant to section 17-1405 of this title the commissioner, after consultation with the state soil and water conservation committee, shall develop a prioritized list of water bodies, management of which will reduce and control nonpoint source pollution and improve water quality. In developing such list, consideration shall be given to the existing water quality of the water body, the best usage of the water body pursuant to section 17-0301 of this article and its potential for improvement.