Water Resources Act 1978 (No. 22 of 1978).
Country
Type of law
Legislation
Abstract
This Act (13 articles) provides for the use and control, protection and conservation of water resources. The Act establishes a permit system, administered by the Water Officer, for all non-domestic water uses. It regulates servitudes, dispute settlement, the use of wells and boreholes, offences and penalties, and it prohibits pollution. It empowers the minister to make further regulations concerning, inter alia, user associations, protected areas, inspections and water administration areas.
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Long title of text
An Act to provide for the use and control, the protection and conservation of water resources, and for connected purposes.
Date of text
Repealed
Yes
Serial Imprint
Gazette No. 46, 15 December 1978, pp. 265-272.
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Implemented by
Repealed by