(1) In the event that the district’s activities and operations will alter a stream channel within the meaning of section 42-3802, Idaho Code, the district shall obtain the director’s prior approval pursuant to chapter 38, title 42, Idaho Code.
(2) The district’s conduct of a flood fight in response to a flooding emergency declared by the board shall not require a stream channel alteration permit, provided the district complies with the emergency waiver procedures consistent with section 42-3808, Idaho Code, and rules promulgated by the Idaho water resource board.