§ 9-1113. Reusable diverted water.

MD Env Code § 9-1113 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    In this section, “reusable diverted water” means water that:

(1)    Is generated by:

(i)    Backwashing an on–site potable water treatment system; or

(ii)    Using an ice maker;

(2)    Is collected for reuse instead of discharged to a residential on–site sewage disposal system; and

(3)    Contains no constituents that are detrimental to public health or the environment.

(b)    (1)    Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person may use reusable diverted water for beneficial purposes, including:

(i)    Gardening;

(ii)    Composting;

(iii)    Lawn watering; and

(iv)    Irrigation.

(2)    A person may use reusable diverted water only:

(i)    On the site on which the reusable diverted water originates; and

(ii)    In accordance with any applicable State and local laws or regulations, including State and local plumbing codes.