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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 3Ch. 5Art. 1§ 11551 Department Construction Design

§ 11551 Department Construction Design

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§ 11551 Department Construction Design

This law says the government must plan and design all construction projects they do.

Key Takeaways

  • •The government must plan before building anything.
  • •This applies to all construction projects they handle.

Example

If the city wants to build a new park, they have to make detailed plans for it first.

The law makes sure the city doesn't just start building without a good design.

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

Official Source
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§ 11551 Department Construction Design

The department shall design all works to be constructed under this part. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

departmentdesignworksconstructed

Related Statutes

  • § 11552 State Construction Authority
  • § 11553 Bond-Funded Construction Costs
  • § 6201 Dam Reservoir Application Requirements
  • § 8757 Land Benefit Assessment Rules
  • § 10547 Water Management Guidelines Implementation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 11551.
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