This law says that using drinking water for purposes that don't require it, like watering golf courses or parks, is considered wasteful if recycled water is available. The state board will decide if recycled water can be used instead, ensuring it's high quality, affordable, safe for public health, and doesn't harm the environment. They will consider factors like cost comparison and environmental impact. The law also requires that any switch to recycled water must not negatively impact other water rights or environmental aspects like plant and wildlife. The board can ask for any necessary information from agencies or people to make these determinations.

This law states that neither individuals nor public agencies, like cities or counties, should use drinkable water for things like irrigating parks, golf courses, or other non-drinkable needs if recycled water is available. If they use recycled water instead, it's considered a good and beneficial use. Also, using recycled water doesn't take away or reduce any current water rights.

This section clarifies that changes made to Sections 13550 and 13551 in the first year of the 1991–92 legislative session do not affect any legal rights, remedies, or obligations that existed before January 1, 1992. This includes rights or obligations under related sections or specified parts of the Public Utilities Code.

This section states that using clean, drinkable water to water your garden or lawn is considered wasteful if recycled water is available and suitable. The state board has the authority to make this determination after a formal process. Additionally, they can request necessary information from individuals or agencies to evaluate if using potable water in such cases is unreasonable.

This law allows public agencies in California, like state or city governments, to require the use of recycled water for watering residential landscapes. However, this can only happen if recycled water is accessible, doesn't interfere with existing water rights, and that irrigation systems follow certain construction standards. The rule applies to new buildings (or new structures starting construction) as of March 15, 1994, and to retrofitted homes where using recycled water is approved by the State Department of Public Health. Projects involving simple changes to use recycled water for irrigation don't need additional environmental reviews, but this exemption doesn't cover the development of new recycled water supplies or big infrastructure projects.

This law requires the state board to develop a general permit by July 31, 2009, for using recycled water in landscape irrigation. This permit must follow guidelines set by the State Department of Public Health. To create this permit, the state board must consult different agencies and hold at least one public workshop. The permit must allow for changes if regulations change and include a fee structure to cover administrative costs. After the permit is in place, applicants can apply by submitting forms and fees, with the process allowed for public review. If all criteria are met, they gain coverage without needing separate discharge requirements. An ombudsperson will assist in coordinating communication and promoting water recycling, ensuring compliance with water quality laws.

This law states that using drinkable water for things like floor drain traps, cooling towers, and air conditioning is considered wasteful. Instead, if recycled water is available and meets safety standards, it should be used for these purposes. The state board is responsible for determining if recycled water is available and safe, and it can require information from agencies or people to make this decision.

This law allows public agencies in California to mandate the use of recycled water in certain systems like floor trap priming, cooling towers, and air-conditioning devices. However, there are conditions that need to be met: recycled water must be available and comply with existing regulations, it shouldn't affect any existing water rights, public exposure to mists must be controlled, and an engineering report must be prepared by the user. This applies to new structures or retrofitted ones approved by the State Department of Public Health after March 15, 1994. Modifications to use recycled water are exempt from certain environmental review requirements, but this exemption doesn't cover the development of recycled water, building facilities for its conveyance, or unrelated projects.

This law states that using fresh drinking water for flushing toilets is considered wasteful if recycled water is available and meets certain requirements. It specifically applies to various structures like commercial buildings, schools, and condominiums.

Before using recycled water in condominiums, a detailed report must be approved by the State Department of Public Health. The report should ensure backflow protection, compliance with plumbing codes, regular testing to prevent cross-connections, and proper color-coding of recycled water lines.

Condo declarations must acknowledge recycled water laws without exceptions, and prominently include a notice about the non-potability and specific uses of recycled water. This section is relevant for condos established on or after January 1, 2008.

This law explains that using seawater for flushing toilets and urinals in coastal areas has negatively impacted wastewater treatment and caused pipeline corrosion. The state sees a need for change.

A pilot program is proposed to show that recycled water can safely replace seawater for flushing without health risks. Cities with systems using seawater can pass laws to switch to recycled water for residential toilets and urinals as long as the water treatment meets state health standards.

This law allows public agencies in California to require the use of recycled water for flushing toilets and urinals in most buildings, provided certain conditions are met. These conditions include availability of the recycled water, no impact on existing water rights, and an engineering report detailing plumbing and monitoring plans. This requirement applies to new buildings with permits issued after March 15, 1992, or buildings approved for recycled water use by the State Department of Public Health before January 1, 1992. Additionally, projects that only involve changing existing plumbing to use recycled water are exempt from certain environmental review processes. However, this exemption does not cover new recycled water projects or new water transport infrastructure.

If you're planning to use recycled water, you have to pay the State Department of Public Health or a local health agency for the costs they incur while reviewing your proposal. They'll provide an estimate of these costs if you request it, and the final reimbursement can't exceed the actual costs incurred, which could include things like staff, materials, and travel.

The department or agency must review and decide on the proposal within a reasonable time, sending a decision within 30 days of receiving a complete proposal. After the review, you will receive an invoice detailing the work done and costs, and you're entitled to see the supporting documents if you ask for them.

This law allows the State Water Resources Control Board to set up a fee schedule to cover the costs they incur from fulfilling their responsibilities under specific sections of the law.

This law emphasizes that many local agencies in California use recycled water for tasks that don't require drinking-quality water. The use of recycled water helps meet water demands due to drought or population growth. The law encourages setting up delivery systems on private property to supply both drinkable and non-drinkable water using separate pipes.

This California law requires that any water systems built on or after January 1, 1993, on private property for non-drinking purposes (like gardening) must have separate pipelines for drinking water and recycled water. This ensures no mix-up of recycled water with potable (safe to drink) water.

The rule applies in areas with an urban water management plan that plans to use recycled water, or those near such areas willing to support recycled water use within five miles.

Local governments can set stricter rules if they choose.

This law requires a recycled water producer who plans to supply recycled water for state landscape irrigation within 10 years to inform the Department of Transportation and the Department of General Services. The notification must specify the area eligible for recycled water and the necessary infrastructure plans. If this notice is given, any new irrigation pipes installed in the area by these departments must comply with certain health and safety requirements.

This law allows certain water suppliers to handle recycled water. They can buy, store, sell, and deliver it for various uses like city, industrial, home, and farming purposes. However, they must follow state recycling rules and regulations.

This law requires the Department, alongside the State Department of Public Health, to create state regulations for plumbing standards using both drinking and recycled water systems by December 31, 2009. These standards are based on Chapter 16 of the Uniform Plumbing Code.

Starting July 1, 2011, the Department must review and, if needed, update these regulations yearly. The law also states that these regulations are not subject to Section 161.