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House passes bill allowing 2,500‑gallon backyard rainwater tanks without water‑right appropriation
Summary
First substitute Senate Bill 32, approving residential rainwater collection (up to 2,500 gallons) without a separate water-right appropriation and requiring an online notice to the state engineer, passed the House 71–0. Supporters said it promotes conservation while protecting existing water rights.
The Utah House on March 3 approved first substitute Senate Bill 32, 71–0, a measure allowing residents to install up to 2,500‑gallon tanks to collect rainwater from their roofs without obtaining a formal water‑right appropriation.
Sponsor Representative Painter told the House the measure lets homeowners "install a 2,500 gallon tank in their backyard to collect rainwater off the roof of their home and without…
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