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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 6Pt. 1Ch. 1Art. 2§ 1694 Harbor Agency Definition

§ 1694 Harbor Agency Definition

Harbors and Navigation Code·California
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§ 1694 Harbor Agency Definition

This law tells you what the term “harbor agency” means in California.

Key Takeaways

  • •A harbor agency can be a state agency, a city, a county, or a special district that runs a port or harbor.
  • •It includes many types of public groups, like harbor districts, port districts, and river port districts.
  • •If an organization runs a harbor in California, it is covered by this definition.

Example

The city of San Diego runs the San Diego Harbor.

Because the city operates a port, it is called a “harbor agency” under this law.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 1694 Harbor Agency Definition

“Harbor agency” means any state or local agency, city, county, city and county, harbor district, port district, harbor improvement district, river port district, small craft harbor district, or other public district, entity, board, commission, or agency that operates a port or harbor in the State of California. (Added by Stats. 1992, Ch. 1235, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1993.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

harbor agencyport or harborState of California

Related Statutes

  • § 1697 Harbor Agency Membership Definition
  • § 1105 Monterey Bay Pilot Rules
  • § 1106 Public Hearing Required
  • § 1107 Severability Of Invalid Provisions
  • § 1691 Definition Of Terms

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 1694.
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