Floating pontoons and urban planning authorization in California in the USA

Are floating pontoons subject to urban planning authorizations?

Floating pontoons are on the rise: water parks, floating lodges, floating performance halls, but what is the nature of this floating development and what rules must be followed to construct them?

Depending on the type of pontoon and also the location where its construction is planned, it will be necessary to obtain a building permit, a permit under the environmental code, preliminary environmental studies, a specific authorization in case of construction on inland waterways, from the DDTM, and possibly the payment of a tax depending on the intended use.

In short, the construction of such floating elements, even on a private pond or private lake, requires prior advice and support to avoid penalties related to lack of urban planning authorization and related fines.

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