Sec. 8847.102. TRANSFER OF GROUNDWATER OUT OF DISTRICT. (a) The district by rule may require a person to obtain a permit from the district for the transfer of groundwater out of the district consistent with Section 36.122, Water Code, and may regulate the terms on which a permit holder under those rules may conduct such a transfer.
(b) A retail public utility as defined by Section 13.002, Water Code, is not required to obtain a permit to transfer groundwater out of the district if:
(1) the source of the water is one or more wells located within the district; and
(2) the water is used by the retail public utility to provide retail water utility service, as defined by Section 13.002, Water Code, in a service area located in a county adjacent to the district.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 112 (S.B. 1026), Sec. 1.05, eff. April 1, 2015.
Structure Texas Statutes
Special District Local Laws Code
Title 6 - Water and Wastewater
Subtitle H - Districts Governing Groundwater
Chapter 8847 - Pineywoods Groundwater Conservation District
Subchapter C. Powers and Duties
Section 8847.101. Groundwater Conservation District Powers and Duties
Section 8847.102. Transfer of Groundwater Out of District
Section 8847.103. Wells Exempt From Regulation