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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 7Ch. 2Art. 3§ 4081 Harbor Development Control

§ 4081 Harbor Development Control

Harbors and Navigation Code·California
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§ 4081 Harbor Development Control

This law says that the commission is in charge of all work to improve, develop, or protect harbors.

Key Takeaways

  • •The commission controls all harbor work.
  • •No one can make changes to the harbor without the commission's approval.
  • •This includes building, fixing, or protecting the harbor.

Example

A city wants to build a new dock at the harbor to make it easier for boats to load and unload.

The commission must approve and manage this project because they control all harbor improvements.

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

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§ 4081 Harbor Development Control

The improvement, development, or protection of any harbor, and all work, labor, or service employed therein, shall be under the control and management of the commission. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 195, Sec. 6.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

improvementdevelopmentprotectionharborcontrol and managementcommission

Related Statutes

  • § 4080 Harbor Improvement Bond Funding
  • § 4046 Harbor Improvement Project Review
  • § 4060 Harbor Improvement Planning
  • § 4063 Harbor Improvement Project Approval
  • § 4068 Harbor Bond Issuance Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 4081.
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