Law No. 6/02 on Water use.

This Law, composed of 80 articles and one Annex, defines general principles of the legal regime applicable to water use, including inland waters and groundwater. The Law rules on water property, general principles of water management, water resources register, and water use planning and institutional organization (including water users’ associations) and the Water Resources National Fund. Moreover, the Law defines the legal regime applicable to water uses and related rights. Furthermore, it regulates licensing and concession procedures, as well as applicable taxes and tariffs. Finally, the Law provides water protection measures, with special regards to potable water and applicable sanctions.