The California Coastal Act, Public Resources Code sections 30000 through 30900, requires Coastal Development Permits for nearly all work in the coastal zone and gives the Coastal Commission appeal jurisdiction over local decisions.
Public Resources Code 30600 requires a Coastal Development Permit for any development in the coastal zone. Section 30603 gives the California Coastal Commission appellate authority over locally issued CDPs in specified geographic areas, including the area between the sea and the first public road. Section 30519 conditions local permitting authority on having a certified Local Coastal Program. The Coastal Commission retains original jurisdiction over tidelands, submerged lands, and public trust lands under section 30519(b). Statewide policies on public access (30210), wetlands (30233), and visual resources (30251) bind every coastal city and county.
Public Resources Code 30820 imposes civil penalties up to $30,000 per violation, plus $1,000 to $15,000 per day for knowing and intentional violations under section 30820(b). Restoration orders, misdemeanor charges, and administrative penalties under section 30821 are also available.
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Folsom, CA
Folsom follows California Vehicle Code §22651(k) — any vehicle parked on a public street for more than 72 consecutive hours may be cited and towed. Parking i...
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Folsom Municipal Code restricts RV and boat parking on residential streets and driveways. RVs and trailers may generally not be stored in front yards or on p...
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Folsom participates in the Sacramento County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement program. Vehicles abandoned on public or private property can be reported to Folsom ...
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Folsom requires an encroachment permit for new or modified driveway approaches. Driveway width, sight distance, and curb cuts are regulated under Public Work...
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Folsom caps exterior noise at any affected residence, not the source's own property line. Under Municipal Code Section 8.42.040 the residential standard is 5...
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