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HomeWater CodeDiv. 2Pt. 2Ch. 2Art. 1§ 1250 Water Permit Applications

§ 1250 Water Permit Applications

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§ 1250 Water Permit Applications

This law says a group of people (the board) must review and decide on requests to use water from rivers or lakes.

Key Takeaways

  • •The board reviews all requests to use water.
  • •They decide who can take water and how much.
  • •This is for big water use, like farming or factories.

Example

A farmer wants to take water from a river to grow crops.

The board looks at the farmer's request and decides if they can use the water or not.

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

Official Source
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§ 1250 Water Permit Applications

The board shall consider and act upon all applications for permits to appropriate water and shall do all things required or proper relating to such applications. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

boardapplications for permits to appropriate water

Related Statutes

  • § 1251 Water Resource Investigations
  • § 1252 Water Permit Application Rules
  • § 1255 Public Interest Water Rejection
  • § 22234 District Ditch Maintenance Contracts
  • § 8550 Board Independence And Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 1250.
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