Constitutional even though not subject to a contested case hearing; purpose is to assist in the location of geothermal resources development in areas of the lowest potential environmental impact. 8 H. App. 183, 797 P.2d 59.

Satisfies the United States Constitution. 8 H. App. 203, 797 P.2d 69.

Aggrieved party was not barred by exhaustion of remedies doctrine from applying to court for relief where section's appeal provisions were inapplicable and no other administrative recourse was afforded. 9 H. App. 143, 827 P.2d 1149.