California Public Resources Code

§ 30706

PRC § 30706Div. 20 · Ch. 8 · Art. 2

Statute text

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.

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Legislative history

Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1330.