§ 1252 Water Permit Application Rules

Water Code·California

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This law says anyone can ask the board for permission to use water that isn't already being used by someone else.

Key Takeaways

•You can ask for permission to use water that isn't already taken.
•The board has rules you need to follow when asking.
•The board can change the rules sometimes.

Example

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

If no one else is using that water, the farmer can ask the board for permission to use it.

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§ 1252 Water Permit Application Rules

Any person may apply for and secure from the board, in conformity with this part and in conformity with reasonable rules and regulations adopted from time to time by it, a permit for any unappropriated water. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

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unappropriated water permit board reasonable rules and regulations

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Water Code. Section 1252.

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