Hawaii HB1728 mandates counties to permit rainwater catchment systems for potable and non-potable uses on all properties.

Hawaii HB1728 aims to address water infrastructure limitations by requiring counties to allow rainwater catchment systems on all properties. These systems, designed to collect and store rainwater for various uses, are intended to reduce strain on public water infrastructure and support sustainable land use. Counties are authorized to regulate and enforce standards for these systems, including safety and design, to prevent contamination of public water sources.

Hawaii HB1728 mandates counties to permit rainwater catchment systems for potable and non-potable uses on all properties.

Hawaii HB1728 aims to address water infrastructure limitations by requiring counties to allow rainwater catchment systems on all properties. These systems, designed to collect and store rainwater for various uses, are intended to reduce strain on public water infrastructure and support sustainable land use. Counties are authorized to regulate and enforce standards for these systems, including safety and design, to prevent contamination of public water sources.