Texas law expressly permits rainwater harvesting. TX Property Code § 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning rainwater collection systems. No city permit required for residential rain barrels.
Rainwater harvesting is expressly permitted under Texas law. Texas Health and Safety Code § 341.042 and Texas Water Code § 11.049 protect the right of property owners to collect rainwater. Texas Property Code § 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning rainwater harvesting systems, including rain barrels, on residential property. Irving does not require a specific permit for residential rainwater collection systems such as rain barrels. Larger cisterns or underground storage systems may require building permits depending on size and installation method. Collected rainwater may be used for landscape irrigation, gardens, and non-potable household uses. Potable use requires proper treatment and compliance with TCEQ standards.
No violations for residential rainwater harvesting. HOA restrictions on harvesting are unenforceable under state law.
Irving, TX
Irving Ch. 22 restricts amplified sound that disturbs the peace. Loudspeakers and amplifiers are prohibited when they create unreasonable disturbance. Quiet ...
Irving, TX
Irving Ch. 22 makes unreasonably loud animal noise a per se violation. The owner, controller, or caretaker is responsible. Licensed animal facilities are exe...
Irving, TX
Irving restricts overnight parking of oversized vehicles and trailers in residential areas. Standard passenger vehicles may park overnight on streets where n...
Irving, TX
Retaining walls at or below grade are excluded from fence height measurements. Walls exceeding 4 feet require engineering. Building permits are required for ...
Irving, TX
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Irving, TX
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