(a) Before and after permit issuance under Alaska Stat. § 16.10.400 – 16.10.470, the department shall make every effort, within the limits of time and resources, to advise and assist applicants or permit holders, as appropriate, in the planning, construction, or operation of salmon hatcheries.(b) Nothing in this section exempts an applicant or permit holder from compliance with Alaska Stat. § 16.10.400 – 16.10.470 or from compliance with the regulations or restrictions adopted under Alaska Stat. § 16.10.400 – 16.10.470.
