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Rainwater Harvesting Ordinance
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For information on regulations and requirements for rainwater harvesting systems view the documents below.
Rainwater Harvesting Brochure
Rainwater Harvesting Systems Ordinance
Permits
All rainwater harvesting systems are required to comply with the City's Rainwater Harvesting Ordinance, but a permit is only required when the total cumulative capacity of all storage tanks or rain barrels on the property exceeds 400 gallons. Additional permits may be required for systems that have permanent electrical or mechanical features, such as electrical pumps. Contact the Building Inspection Department at 972-744-4180 to obtain a permit.
Registration
Residents who wish to install systems that have a cumulative capacity of less than 400 gallons must register their system by following the link below. There is no fee for registration.
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Rainwater Harvesting Resources
According to the Texas Water Development Board, "Rainwater harvesting has considerable potential as a source of alternate water supply in Texas if systems that collect the water are properly designed and implemented." Use the links below to find out more about the benefits of rainwater harvesting and how to design and install your own rainwater harvesting system.