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HomeWater CodeDiv. 2Pt. 2Ch. 6Art. 4§ 1398 Permit Construction Deadline Extensions

§ 1398 Permit Construction Deadline Extensions

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§ 1398 Permit Construction Deadline Extensions

Key Takeaways

  • •If you have a permit to build something or use water, you can ask for more time if you have a good reason.
  • •The people in charge can say yes or no to giving you more time.
  • •If you ask for more time, they might take away your permit after a meeting.

Example

You have a permit to build a house, but it's taking longer than you thought because of bad weather.

You can ask the board for more time to finish building your house. They might say yes if the weather is a good reason. But if they don't think your reason is good enough, they could take away your permit.

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

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§ 1398 Permit Construction Deadline Extensions

(a) The period specified in the permit for beginning construction work, for completion of construction work, for application of the water to beneficial use, or any or all of these periods may, for good cause shown, be extended by the board. (b) After any hearing on a petition to extend the period or periods, the board may revoke the permit in accordance with Section 1410. (Amended by Stats. 1986, Ch. 670, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

good causeSection 1410

Related Statutes

  • § 11595 Property Disposal And Leasing
  • § 1395 Construction Start Deadline
  • § 1396 Water Use Construction Requirements
  • § 1397 Water Use Compliance Deadline
  • § 1410.2 Permit Revocation Appeal Process

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 1398.
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