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HomeWater CodeDiv. 7Ch. 4Art. 2§ 13224 Regional Water Quality Policies

§ 13224 Regional Water Quality Policies

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§ 13224 Regional Water Quality Policies

Key Takeaways

  • •Local water boards can make rules about water quality in their area.
  • •These rules are called 'policy statements'.
  • •The rules only apply to water issues in their specific region.

Example

A factory is dumping dirty water into a river.

The local water board can make a rule to stop the factory from polluting the river.

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

Official Source
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§ 13224 Regional Water Quality Policies

Each regional board may issue policy statements relating to any water quality matter within its jurisdiction. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 482.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

regional boardpolicy statementswater quality matter

Related Statutes

  • § 13220 Regional Board Operations
  • § 13221 Regional Board Subpoena Powers
  • § 13222 Regional Board Regulation Authority
  • § 13223 Regional Board Delegation Limits
  • § 13225 Regional Water Quality Oversight

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 13224.
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