47 chapters · 523 sections in this title.
Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-44.36 Responsibility of State Water Control Board; formulation of policy
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Being cognizant of the crucial importance of the Commonwealth's water resources to the health and welfare of the people of Virginia and of the need of a water supply to assure further industrial growth and economic prosperity for the Commonwealth, and recognizing the necessity fo…
Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-44.37 Resolution of conflicts as to water use; public hearings
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The Board shall upon application of any state agency or political subdivision, and may upon its own motion, recommend a plan to resolve any conflict as to actual or proposed water use or other practice directly affecting water use that involves a potential or existing conflict be…
Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-44.38 (Effective until January 1, 2027) Plans and programs; registration of certain data by water users; advisory committees; committee membership for federal, state, and local agencies; water supply planning assistance
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A. The Board shall prepare plans and programs for the management of the water resources of the Commonwealth in such a manner as to encourage, promote, and secure the maximum beneficial use and control thereof. These plans and programs shall be prepared for each major river basin …
Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-44.38:1 Comprehensive water supply planning process; state, regional, and local water supply plans
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A. The Board, with advice and guidance from the Commissioner of Health, local governments, public service authorities, and other interested parties, shall establish a comprehensive water supply planning process for the development of local, regional, and state water supply plans …