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DBI urges guidance, outreach on graywater, rainwater and on-demand water heaters amid drought
Summary
DBI staff briefed the Building Inspection Commission on graywater and rainwater reuse, on-demand (tankless) heaters and recirculation devices, urging property owners to consult DBI and PUC for safe installation and describing a PUC-linked rebate/permit-fee reimbursement in development.
The Department of Building Inspection on July 15 walked the commission through options and safety considerations for graywater, rainwater capture and on-demand (tankless) water heaters as part of the city—s drought-response efforts.
Chief Plumbing Inspector Steve Panelli described trade-offs for on-demand heaters — higher gas-line and electrical demands, limited storage and…
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