California · Water Code
WAT §6265: Actual construction shall be commenced within one year after date of approval, otherwise the approval becomes void.
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Construction must begin within one year of approval or the approval is cancelled.
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Actual construction shall be commenced within one year after date of approval, otherwise the approval becomes void.
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