§ 9–1113
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Envir. § 9-1113 (2026)
Title 9. Water, Ice, and Sanitary Facilities
Subtitle 11. Miscellaneous Sanitary Provisions
§ 9–1113LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “reusable diverted water” means water that:
(1)
Is generated by:
(i)
Backwashing an on–site potable water treatment system; or
(ii)
Using an ice maker;
(2)
Is collected for reuse instead of discharged to a residential on–site sewage disposal system; and
(3)
Contains no constituents that are detrimental to public health or the environment.
(b)
(1)
Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, a person may use reusable diverted water for beneficial purposes, including:
(i)
Gardening;
(ii)
Composting;
(iii)
Lawn watering; and
(iv)
Irrigation.
(2)
A person may use reusable diverted water only:
(i)
On the site on which the reusable diverted water originates; and
(ii)
In accordance with any applicable State and local laws or regulations, including State and local plumbing codes.