California Code of Regulations
Title 23 - Waters
Division 3 - State Water Resources Control Board and Regional Water Quality Control Boards
Chapter 2 - Appropriation of Water
Article 20 - Diligence Required-Extensions of Time
Section 840 - Reasonable Promptness Required

Universal Citation: 23 CA Code of Regs 840
Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 38, September 20, 2024

An application will be denied when it appears after hearing or a proceeding in lieu of hearing that (a) the applicant does not intend to initiate construction of the works required for the contemplated use of water within a reasonable time and thereafter diligently prosecute the construction and use of water to completion, or (b) the applicant will not be able to proceed within a reasonable time, either because of absence of a feasible plan, lack of the required financial resources, or other cause.

1. Renumbering and amendment of Section 776 to Section 840 filed 1-16-87; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 87, No. 10). For prior history, see Register 4, No. 6.
2. Editorial correction amending section (Register 2005, No. 17).

Note: Authority cited: Section 1058, Water Code. Reference: Section 1255, Water Code.

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