Reusable diverted water.

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    (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.


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