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HomeWater CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 5Art. 4§ 6260 Application Approval Timeline

§ 6260 Application Approval Timeline

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§ 6260 Application Approval Timeline

Key Takeaways

  • •The government has to look at your application when you send it in.
  • •They have to say 'yes' or 'no' to your application within a certain time.
  • •This rule doesn’t apply to applications covered in Article 3 of this chapter.

Example

You apply for a permit to build a small shed in your backyard.

The government must review your permit application and tell you if it’s approved or not within the time limit set by the law.

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

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§ 6260 Application Approval Timeline

Upon receipt of any application other than an application provided for in Article 3 of this chapter the department shall give its consideration thereto and shall approve or disapprove the same within the time provided in this article. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 368.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

applicationArticle 3departmentapprove or disapprove

Related Statutes

  • § 6226 Dam Safety Application Requirements
  • § 6228 Dam Modification Application Requirements
  • § 6263 Application Approval Timeline
  • § 6266 Construction Time Extension
  • § 6267 Construction Notice Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 6260.
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