Texas state law (HB 3391, TX Water Code §15.001) protects rainwater harvesting. Grand Prairie does not prohibit residential rainwater collection. HOAs cannot ban rainwater harvesting systems under Texas Property Code §202.007.
Rainwater harvesting is legal and encouraged in Grand Prairie under Texas state law. Texas HB 3391 (2011) and subsequent legislation protect the right to collect rainwater. Texas Water Code Section 15.001 promotes water conservation including rainwater harvesting. Texas Property Code Section 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning rainwater harvesting devices, though HOAs may regulate their placement with certain limitations. The city's water conservation efforts align with North Texas Municipal Water District guidelines. Grand Prairie has no local ordinance restricting rainwater collection. Residents are encouraged to use rain barrels and other collection systems as part of water conservation.
No violations for rainwater harvesting. HOA restrictions on harvesting are void under Texas Property Code §202.007.
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