Regulations of Shanghai Municipality on water drainage administration Country/Territory China Territorial subdivision Shanghai Document type Regulation Date 1996 (2006) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Water Keyword Effluent waste water/discharge Policy/planning Institution Authorization/permit Flood Offences/penalties Geographical area Asia, Eastern Asia Entry into force notes This Regulation entered into force on 1 May 1997. Abstract These Regulations aim at strengthening drainage administration in the municipality, guaranteeing the good conditions and normal operation of the drainage facilities, preventing flooding and waterlogging, improving water environment, safeguarding the life and property of the people. The Text consists of 57 Articles divided into 6 Chapters: General provisions (I); Planning and construction administration (II); Operation administration (III); Maintenance and management of facilities (IV); Legal lia Full text Chinese Website www.shanghailaw.gov.cn