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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 8Pt. 7Ch. 2Art. 1§ 7012 Harbor District Formation Petition

§ 7012 Harbor District Formation Petition

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§ 7012 Harbor District Formation Petition

This law says that if people want to create a special area (called a district) for building or improving a harbor, they have to write a request that includes the area's boundaries, a basic description of the harbor plans, and ask for the area to be officially made into a district.

Key Takeaways

  • •You need to clearly mark the edges of the area where the harbor will be built.
  • •You have to describe what the harbor will look like or do in general terms.
  • •You must ask the government to officially make this area a special district for the harbor.

Example

A group of people in a coastal town want to build a new harbor to help local fishermen and bring in more tourists.

They need to write a request that shows exactly where the harbor will be, what it will look like, and ask the government to officially approve their plan.

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

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§ 7012 Harbor District Formation Petition

The petition shall: (a) Set forth the exterior boundaries of the proposed district. (b) Generally describe the proposed harbor development. (c) A request that the territory included within the described boundaries be formed into a district pursuant to this part. (Added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1598.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

exterior boundariesproposed districtharbor developmentterritorydistrict

Related Statutes

  • § 7021 District Boundary Modifications
  • § 6250 District Treasurer Selection
  • § 6841 District Treasurer Selection Rules
  • § 6843 District Fiscal Year Start
  • § 6844 District Financial Report Requirement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 7012.
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