Pub. Resources Code, § 30706 · Article 2. Policies
Pub. Resources Code, § 30706
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
In addition to the other provisions of this chapter, the policies contained in this section shall govern filling seaward of the mean high tide line within the jurisdiction of ports:
(a) The water area to be filled shall be the minimum necessary to achieve the purpose of the fill.
(b) The nature, location, and extent of any fill, including the disposal of dredge spoils within an area designated for fill, shall minimize harmful effects to coastal resources, such as water quality, fish or wildlife resources, recreational resources, or sand transport systems, and shall minimize reductions of the volume, surface area, or circulation of water.
(c) The fill is constructed in accordance with sound safety standards which will afford reasonable protection to persons and property against the hazards of unstable geologic or soil conditions or of flood or storm waters.
(d) The fill is consistent with navigational safety.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1330.
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