Grapevine allows rainwater harvesting systems on residential property. Texas Property Code 202.007 prevents HOAs from unreasonably restricting rain barrels, and state tax exemptions apply to harvesting equipment.
Grapevine residents may install rainwater harvesting systems including rain barrels, cisterns, and larger collection tanks for outdoor irrigation and non-potable uses. Tarrant Regional Water District and the City of Grapevine encourage conservation given periodic drought stress on regional reservoirs. Under Texas Property Code 202.007, HOAs cannot prohibit rain barrels outright but may regulate color, screening, and placement so systems are not visible from the street. Cisterns over certain volumes or connected to plumbing may require plumbing permits and backflow prevention per Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 341. Texas Tax Code 151.355 exempts rainwater harvesting equipment from state sales tax. Contact Grapevine Building Services at (817) 410-3000 for guidance on larger above-ground tanks.
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