DIVISION 2. WATER 1000-5976›PART 2. APPROPRIATION OF WATER 1200-1851›CHAPTER 11. Joint Use and Development 1750-1814›ARTICLE 2. Joint Occupancy and Use 1775-1782

§ 1781

California Water Code · 2018-11 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

If any of the water is used or to be used for purposes other than those specified in this article, the applicant shall pay to the person owning the works such a pro rata portion of the total cost of the old and new works as appears to the board to be just and equitable.

(Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)

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