Austin |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 6. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL AND CONSERVATION. |
Chapter 6-4. WATER CONSERVATION. |
Article 2. WATER USE MANAGEMENT. |
Division 1. Regulated Activities. |
§ 6-4-11. GENERAL REGULATIONS.
(A)
A person may not conduct a charity car wash unless it occurs at an authorized vehicle washing facility meeting the requirements of Section 6-4-10(B) ( Facilities Regulated ) utilizing only the equipment of the facility that complies with this chapter and any associated rules.
(B)
A person may not use commercially operated cosmetic power/pressure washing equipment unless it is fitted with a water recycling unit and a spray nozzle using no more than 3.5 gallons of water per minute and employing a working trigger shut-off with a protective weep mechanism.
(C)
A person may not operate an ornamental fountain unless the fountain utilizes recirculated water.
(D)
A person may not engage in foundation watering unless the watering occurs on a designated outdoor water use day for the property during the irrigation time period prescribed by this chapter or by rule.
(E)
Except for municipal uses associated with law enforcement or public health and safety, all new commercial developments or redevelopments located within 250 feet of a reclaimed water distribution line are required to obtain and utilize permitted connections to reclaimed water for irrigation, cooling, and other significant non-potable water uses.
(F)
A person may not use potable water for roadway base preparation or dust abatement work, applications, or other activity on any project or at any location where reclaimed water is available within one mile of the location or project site if the use of nonpotable or reclaimed water will not jeopardize public or environmental health or safety, including the safety of the location or health and safety of the project workers or residents. A person using reclaimed or nonpotable water must do so in accordance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations, and the rules adopted pursuant to this chapter.
Source: Ord. 20120816-004.