§ 9-1113

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§9–1113.

(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.

(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.