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HomeWater CodeDiv. 2Pt. 2Ch. 1Art. 1.7§ 1221 Groundwater Regulation Limitation

§ 1221 Groundwater Regulation Limitation

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§ 1221 Groundwater Regulation Limitation

This law says the board cannot make rules about groundwater.

Key Takeaways

  • •The board has no power to control groundwater use.
  • •People can use groundwater without following board rules.
  • •This law stops the board from making any groundwater rules.

Example

If someone wants to dig a well in their backyard to get water.

The board cannot tell them how much water they can take or how to do it.

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

Official Source
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§ 1221 Groundwater Regulation Limitation

This article shall not be construed to authorize the board to regulate groundwater in any manner. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1655, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

groundwaterregulate

Related Statutes

  • § 1220 Groundwater Export Restrictions
  • § 10750 Groundwater Resource Management
  • § 10750.7 Groundwater Management Agreements
  • § 10922 Groundwater Department Authority Limits
  • § 1215 Water Export Restrictions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 1221.
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