Sec. 1.5. As used in this chapter, “lake” means a reasonably permanent body of water that:

(1) existed on March 12, 1947;

(2) is substantially at rest in a depression in the surface of the earth that is naturally created;

(3) is of natural origin or part of a watercourse, including a watercourse that has been dammed; and

(4) covers an area of at least five (5) acres within the shoreline and water line, including bays and coves.

As added by P.L.6-2008, SEC.4.

   Sec. 5. (a) The commission may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to administer this chapter.

     (b) In the adoption of a rule under subsection (a):

(1) the public hearing held under IC 4-22-2-26 concerning the proposed rule; and

(2) any additional public meeting concerning the proposed rule that is held by:

(A) the commission; or

(B) officers or employees of the department or any other individuals authorized under IC 4-22-2-15 to perform rulemaking actions other than the final adoption of the rule;

may be held only in a county that borders Lake Michigan.

As added by P.L.164-2020, SEC.57.