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Los Angeles County Municipal Code § 5706.3 Well drilling and operating

Los Angeles County Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Los Angeles County

Cite as: Los Angeles County Municipal Code § 5706.3 · Text as of 2026-10-04

Wells for oil and natural gas shall be drilled and operated in accordance with Sections 5706.3.1 through 5706.3.9.

5706.3.1 - Location.

The location of wells shall comply with Sections 5706.3.1.1 through 5706.3.1.4.

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5706.3.1.4 - Zoning regulations.

The permit for any new well shall be issued only after the applicant has complied with applicable planning and zoning regulations.

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5706.3.9 - Permits.

For permits to drill, own, operate, or maintain an oil or natural gas well, see Section 105.5.18. No person shall drill, own, operate, or maintain any oil or natural gas well without first obtaining a permit.

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