Bill > SB639

This bill modifies existing zoning and flood protection regulations for specific areas in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Valley by extending the deadline for achieving urban level flood protection from 2025 to 2030 for certain subareas in Marysville, Sacramento, Sacramento County, Sutter County, and Yuba County. The bill allows the Department of Water Resources to require these jurisdictions to contribute their fair share of property damage caused by floods until they can demonstrate they have met the urban level of flood protection standard. The legislation specifically defines the exact geographical boundaries of the affected subareas, such as the Natomas subarea and Beach Lake subarea, and provides precise legal definitions for each city and county involved. The bill also authorizes local governments to enter into development agreements, approve permits, and create subdivision maps in these flood-prone areas, provided they meet specific flood protection requirements or can demonstrate progress towards achieving urban level flood protection by 2030. The Legislature justifies this special statute by highlighting the unique geographical circumstances of these areas that make them particularly susceptible to flooding, and the need for tailored regulatory approach to manage flood risks effectively.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

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