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HomeWater CodeDiv. 2Pt. 2Ch. 6Art. 4§ 1396 Water Use Construction Requirements

§ 1396 Water Use Construction Requirements

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§ 1396 Water Use Construction Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •If you get permission to build something that uses water, you must build it carefully and follow the rules.
  • •You have to use the water for good reasons, like helping people or growing food.
  • •You must follow the rules given by the board and the permit you got.

Example

A farmer gets permission to build a canal to water his crops.

The farmer must build the canal carefully and use the water only for his crops. He must follow all the rules from the board and his permit. If he doesn't, he could get in trouble.

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

Official Source
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§ 1396 Water Use Construction Requirements

The construction of the work thereafter and the utilization of water for beneficial purposes shall be prosecuted with due diligence in accordance with this division, the terms of the permit, and the rules and regulations of the board. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

construction of the workutilization of waterbeneficial purposesdue diligenceterms of the permitrules and regulations of the board

Related Statutes

  • § 1397 Water Use Compliance Deadline
  • § 11595 Property Disposal And Leasing
  • § 1395 Construction Start Deadline
  • § 1398 Permit Construction Deadline Extensions
  • § 462 Wastewater Reuse Studies

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 1396.
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