California Sewer Inspection Regulations

California sewer systems are regulated by the State Water Resources Control Board and Regional Water Quality Control Boards, with local municipalities handling day-to-day permitting and enforcement.

Permits

Encroachment permits from the local public works department are required before working on or near public sewer lines. Sewer lateral work requires plumbing permits. California's strict contractor licensing laws require licensed plumbers for all permitted work.

Inspections

Several California cities require property owners to inspect and certify sewer laterals before property transfer. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other cities have lateral certification programs. Many areas near sensitive waterways require regular sewer inspections.

Regulatory authority

California State Water Resources Control Board

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