Public Resources Code § 3748

The supervisor, or the district deputy, shall before the proposed date of commencing work to abandon such well, furnish to the owner or operator either:

(a) A written report of approval of the proposal.

(b) A written report stating what work or tests will be necessary before approval of abandonment will be given.

(c) A written request stating what information will be necessary for the owner or operator to furnish the supervisor or the district deputy before approval to commence work to abandon or before approval of abandonment will be given.