Improvement of grazing ranges—Extension of permit.

In order to encourage the improvement of grazing ranges by holders of grazing permits, the department shall consider (1) extension of grazing permit periods to a maximum of ten years; and (2) reduction of grazing fees, in situations where the permittee contributes or agrees to contribute to the improvement of the range, financially, by labor, or otherwise.[ 2003 c 334 s 494; 1985 c 197 s 3; 1979 ex.s. c 109 s 21; 1955 c 324 s 2. Formerly RCW 79.28.080.]Notes:Reviser's note: This section does not apply to state tidelands, shorelands, harbor areas, and the beds of navigable waters. See RCW 79.02.095.Intent—2003 c 334: See note following RCW 79.02.010.Severability—Effective date—1979 ex.s. c 109: See notes following RCW 79.11.040.