Austin |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 6. ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL AND CONSERVATION. |
Chapter 6-4. WATER CONSERVATION. |
Article 2. WATER USE MANAGEMENT. |
Division 2. Additional Restrictions. |
§ 6-4-20. DIRECTOR'S AUTHORITY TO IMPOSE ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS.
(A)
The director may implement mandatory water restrictions in addition to those prescribed by Article II, Division 1 ( Regulated Activities ) to protect public health, safety, welfare, infrastructure or available resources in the event of an unusual water system operational event, catastrophic occurrence, severe weather event, or other emergency, disaster situation, or occurrence necessitating additional restrictions.
(B)
The director may require municipal wholesale customers to curtail water use on a pro rata basis, in accordance with Section 11.039 ( Distribution of Water During Shortage ) of the Texas Water Code and as determined by any rules or plans adopted pursuant to this chapter.
(C)
The director may implement additional mandatory water use restriction effective immediately upon official public notice.
Source: Ord. 20120816-004.