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Thornton opts out of new statewide graywater allowance, citing limited benefits and added city burden
Summary
City staff recommended — and council approved on first reading — an ordinance to prohibit graywater treatment works in Thornton, citing small expected water savings, potential water‑rights constraints and costs of administering a local graywater program.
Thornton — The City Council voted unanimously on first reading to adopt an ordinance that would prohibit the installation of graywater treatment systems within city limits.
Deputy Utilities Director Emily Hunt told council that Colorado’s recent legislation allows graywater statewide unless a local jurisdiction opts out or creates a local program. Hunt…
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