(a) All geophysical surveys on State sovereign lands must be permitted by the Commission prior to commencement of survey activities, except those listed in subsection (b).
(b) A permit is not required for the following activities:
(1) Geophysical surveys utilizing passive equipment as the only means of data collection.
(2) Use of autonomous vehicles equipped with low-energy equipment operating at 200 kilohertz or higher.
(3) Biological surveys during which the collection of geophysical data by means of low-energy equipment is incidental.
(4) Geophysical surveys performed in support of dredging to maintain or increase the depth of navigation channels, anchorages, or berthing areas.
(c) The fee for a permit issued under this article is $5,000.
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Note: Authority cited: Sections 6108, 6212.3 and 6218, Public Resources Code. Reference: Sections 6212.3 and 6826, Public Resources Code.
1. New section filed 11-13-2019; operative 1-1-2020 (Register 2019, No. 46).
This database is current through 3/10/23 Register 2023, No. 10.
Cal. Admin. Code tit. 2, § 2100.04, 2 CA ADC § 2100.04
