Md. Code, Environment § 5-5B-01
Md. Code, Environment § 5-5B-01
in effect(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Expanded water appropriation permit” means a revised permit granting a significant increase in the withdrawal of water authorized under the existing water appropriation permit.
(c) “Public water system” has the meaning stated in § 9–401 of this article and is a water system located in the State.
(d) “Water conservation” means the use of practices, techniques, and technologies that:
(1) Reduce the consumption, loss, or waste of water;
(2) Improve efficiency in the use of water; or
(3) Make more efficient use of water treatment infrastructure.
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