DOCKS

Don't assume that you can install a dock on any riverfront property you buy. The Fish & Game Department and Army Corp. of Engineers have very strict regulations about what you can and can't put in the river these days! This is one reason the older homes on the river (whose existing docks may be grandfathered-in) are attractive. ALWAYS CHECK WITH THE PROPER AUTHORITIES BEFORE ASSUMING ANYTHING ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS TO THE RIVER! See links below.

California Department of Boating and Waterways Boating Facilities Division LAYOUT, DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION HANDBOOK FOR SMALL CRAFT BOAT LAUNCHING FACILITIES March 1991

U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Permit Page See General Application #23

Army Corp of Engineers Dock Permit Application. General Application #23.

Dept. of Fish & Game Application Package Site

Dept. of Fish & Game Notification Package

Water Quality Control Board

IS IT REALLY RIVERFRONT?

Be sure to confirm the property lines before you spend a lot of time looking at a property. In many cases, the shore may actually be owned by someone else. What is being advertised as 'Riverfront Property' may be more 'Pretty Close to Riverfront Property'!



DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL

If you are looking at raw land, or property that you will significantly change, make sure to check the regulations regarding Septic Tank Proximity, Tree Removal, Habitat Protection, Vegetation Limitation or Protection and other potential restrictions that may affect your plans.