Texas Property Code 202.007 protects rainwater harvesting from HOA bans. Cedar Hill allows residential rain barrels and cisterns; larger systems connecting to plumbing must follow state plumbing code.
Texas Property Code 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning rainwater harvesting systems, though they may regulate appearance and screening. Cedar Hill allows above-ground rain barrels for landscape irrigation without a permit. Larger cisterns or systems that cross-connect with potable plumbing must comply with the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners rules and require backflow prevention. Texas H&S Code Ch. 341 governs cross-connection control. Rainwater used solely for outdoor irrigation is unrestricted. The Texas Water Development Board offers a free Rainwater Harvesting Manual. Cedar Hill water customers receive supply from regional providers and may benefit from supplemental rainwater during summer.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Cedar Hill code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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