Rainwater harvesting is encouraged in Garland and protected by Texas Property Code 202.007, which prevents HOAs from prohibiting properly screened rain barrels and cisterns.
Garland encourages rainwater harvesting as part of its water conservation program. Residential rain barrels and cisterns are permitted on private property and do not require a city permit for typical above-ground installations under 5,000 gallons used solely for outdoor irrigation. Larger cisterns, those connected to indoor plumbing, or systems supplementing potable supply must comply with TCEQ rainwater harvesting standards (30 TAC Ch. 290), require a licensed plumber, and need backflow prevention to protect the public water supply. Tanks should be screened from street view or color-matched, kept covered to exclude mosquitoes, and meet setback requirements as accessory structures. Texas Property Code 202.007 prohibits HOAs from outright banning rain barrels but allows reasonable rules on size, placement, and screening. Rebates may be available through Garland Water Utilities.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Garland code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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