Article 89. Restriction of the use of fresh underground waters for needs unrelated to drinking and domestic water supply

Water Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan · Date: 30.07.2025 · In force

The use of fresh underground waters for needs unrelated to drinking and domestic water supply is not allowed, with the exception of cases provided for in the second part of this article.

In areas where there are no necessary surface water sources and there are sufficient reserves of fresh underground waters, mining and geology bodies, in accordance with the confirmed limits, may permit the use of these waters for purposes unrelated to drinking and domestic water supply.

In areas where a systematic decrease in the level of fresh underground waters is established based on the results of state monitoring of underground waters, the drilling of wells, the issuance of hydrogeological conclusions, and permits for special water use may be restricted, suspended, or prohibited.

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Article 89. Restriction of the use of fresh underground waters for needs unrelated to drinking and domestic water supply