This section states that the definitions provided in this chapter should be used to understand and interpret the rest of the division unless there's a specific situation that calls for a different interpretation.

This law defines the term "Suisun Marsh" or "marsh" to include various types of wetlands and land areas within a specified map. These include water-covered and tidal marsh areas, diked-off wetlands, seasonal marshes, and grasslands, as well as cultivated lands outlined in a specific statute from the 1977–78 Regular Session. It also covers both primary and secondary management areas indicated on the Suisun Marsh Protection Plan Map, and any state highway right-of-way that forms part of the marsh boundary.

This law outlines a specific area of land that is not considered part of the "Suisun Marsh." Despite the general definition of Suisun Marsh, it excludes a detailed piece of real estate described in terms of various boundary lines and reference points, including roads, highway routes, and landmarks.

These boundaries are identified using a series of precise coordinates and directions, effectively carving out a portion within which certain properties will not be subject to any regulations or considerations that apply to Suisun Marsh.

This section defines what is meant by the term "primary management area." It includes areas covered by water, tidal marshes, wetlands that have been diked off, marshes that only exist seasonally, and lowland grasslands. These specific areas are detailed on a map referenced in a statute from the 1977–78 legislative session.

This section defines what is meant by 'secondary management area.' It refers to areas like grasslands, farms, and low areas next to a 'primary management area.' The exact locations are detailed in a specific map from a law passed during the 1977-78 legislative session.

This section defines 'watershed' as the area around the marsh upland from the secondary management area in Solano County. It includes creeks, streams, channels, or other water areas in Solano County that flow into the marsh.

A "managed wetland" refers to diked areas in marshlands where water is controlled or plants are grown to improve the habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. These areas can be used for various activities, such as hunting, fishing, nature studies, photography, and other wildlife-related activities.

This section of the law defines the term “Commission” as the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission, which was established under Title 7.2 starting with Section 66600 of the Government Code.

This section defines the term "Department" as referring specifically to the Department of Fish and Game.

This section simply clarifies that whenever the term “County” is used in this specific context, it specifically refers to the County of Solano.

This section defines the term "local government" specifically for a context involving the County of Solano and the cities of Suisun City, Fairfield, and Benicia.

This law section defines what a "district" means in terms of public agencies. A district is a type of public agency created by law to perform specific governmental or business tasks within a certain area. This term covers various forms, including service areas, improvement districts, mosquito control regions, and more, usually set up to levy taxes or assessments to provide services or improvements to that area.

This section defines a 'local protection program' as various planning and regulatory tools used by local governments, like zoning maps and land use regulations. These tools help implement the Suisun Marsh Protection Plan at a local level. They need to be submitted by the county to a commission and must comply with specific requirements to protect the marsh area.

The term "local protection program component" refers to specific parts of a local protection program. These components can be created by the county under a certain section or by the Suisun Resource Conservation District under a different section, and they are added to the local protection program.

In California, the term "Suisun Marsh Protection Plan" refers to a specific plan created by a commission to safeguard the Suisun Marsh area. This plan, which includes two important maps, was given to the Governor and Legislature under a now-defunct chapter of the Fish and Game Code. The "protection plan policies" mention specific guidelines detailed in the second part of the document, covering pages 10 through 29.

This law defines what qualifies as 'development' concerning land and water use. It includes constructing, altering, or removing structures, changing how land is used (like through subdivisions), and affecting the intensity of land or water use. Notably, it involves activities like mining, waste disposal, and vegetation removal. However, 'development' does not cover activities that change water use or remove vegetation if done to support wildfowl habitats without harming other wildlife.

This section defines "feasible" as something that can be achieved successfully within a reasonable time, considering economic, environmental, social, and technological aspects.

A "permit" is defined as any kind of official permission, like a license or certificate, that a government agency can either grant or deny as part of this division's rules.

This section defines two important terms. First, a "Person" includes not just individuals but also businesses, government entities, utilities, and all types of organizations. Second, an "Aggrieved person" is someone who either participated or tried to participate in a local government public hearing related to a decision or appeal, or due to a valid reason, was unable to engage but made their concerns known beforehand. This includes permit applicants and affected local governments concerning the local protection program approval.