Law No. 6.134 on the preservation of natural groundwater deposits in the State of São Paulo and other provisions.

Subject

Water

Keyword

Groundwater Pollution control Water conservation zone Effluent waste water/discharge Basic legislation

Geographical area

Americas, South America

Entry into force notes

This Law enters into force on the date of publication.

Abstract

This Law provides for the preservation of natural groundwater deposits in the State of São Paulo. Without prejudice to the provisions of specific acts of legislation in force, the preservation of the natural groundwater deposits of the State of São Paulo shall be governed by the provisions of the present Law and regulations derived therefrom. The preservation and conservation of such water involves rational use, adoption of measures against its pollution and maintenance of the physical, chemical

Full text

English/Portuguese

Website

www.saneamento.sp.gov.br

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Decree No. 32.955 regulating Law No. 6.134 on the preservation of natural groundwater deposits in the State of São Paulo and other provisions.

Legislation | Brazil | 1991

Keyword: Groundwater, Pollution control, Water conservation zone, Effluent waste water/discharge, Offences/penalties, Solid waste, Waste management, Waste prevention, Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution, Registration, Authorization/permit, Concession

Source: FAO, FAOLEX