# Minn. R. 6115.0150: PURPOSE AND STATUTORY AUTHORITY

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0150

## Section

- **Citation:** Minn. R. 6115.0150
- **Heading:** PURPOSE AND STATUTORY AUTHORITY
- **Jurisdiction:** Minnesota
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Minnesota Administrative Rules / DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES / Chapter 6115 / Part 6115.0150

## Text

The purpose of parts 6115.0150 to 6115.0280 is to provide for the orderly and consistent review of permit applications in order to conserve and utilize the water resources of the state in the best interest of its people. In deciding whether to issue permits, the department is guided by the policies and requirements declared in Minnesota Statutes, sections 103A.201 , 103A.208 , 103F.101 , 103F.105 , 103F.205 , 103F.351 , 103G.297 , 103G.305 , and 116D.04 . The proposed development must also be consistent with the goals and objectives of applicable federal, state, and local environmental quality programs and policies, including but not limited to shoreland management, floodplain management, water surface use management, boat and water safety, wild and scenic rivers management, water quality management, recreational or wilderness management, critical areas management, scientific and natural areas management, and protected species management.

## Nearby sections

- [Minn. R. 6115.0010 STATUTORY AUTHORITY](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0010.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0020 SCOPE](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0020.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0030 DEFINITIONS](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0030.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0060 PERMIT FEES APPLICATIONS](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0060.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0065 AMENDMENT AND TRANSFER FEE](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0065.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0090 FEES FOR MONITORING ACTIVITIES](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0090.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0110 ANNUAL WATER APPROPRIATION PROCESSING FEE](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0110.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0120 WATER APPROPRIATION PROCESSING FEE EXEMPTIONS](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0120.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0130 FEE SCHEDULE FOR UNDERGROUND STORAGE OF GAS OR LIQUID IN NATURAL FORMATIONS](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0130.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0150 PURPOSE AND STATUTORY AUTHORITY](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0150.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0160 SCOPE](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0160.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0170 DEFINITIONS](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0170.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0190 FILLING INTO PUBLIC WATERS](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0190.md)
- [Minn. R. 6115.0191 SPECIFIC STANDARDS; FILLING](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MN_ADR_6115_0191.md)

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