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What are my legal responsibilities as a landowner with a lake, pond, or river on my property?
What should our river or canal-side development consider for public safety?
Do I need to fence off water bodies completely or install rescue equipment?
How can I safely manage fishing or recreational activities on my private water?
What legal implications should I be aware of if I allow public access to water on my land?
What safety considerations apply to SUDs (Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems) in public areas?
Can I lease out land for open water activity providers?
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