Austin has recently adopted 'historic' water reuse regulations designed to integrate reused water systems in new developments, although the program is still in its early stages compared to cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles. Katherine Jashinski from Austin Water mentioned that while there are currently 18 projects participating, most are still in the permitting phase. In a notable move, the City Council exempted affordable housing projects from the reused water requirement, provided they include a significant amount of income-restricted housing. Quarterly updates will be given on the program's implementation.
Austin recently implemented water reuse regulations, establishing the GoPurple program, which mandates new large developments to incorporate reused water systems, though it's still in early stages.
Katherine Jashinski highlights the lengthy permitting process for Austin's water reuse projects, indicating that only 18 projects are currently involved, with most still awaiting permits.
Unlike cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles, which have established water reuse protocols for over a decade, Austin's water reuse efforts are newly initiated.
Under the new ordinance, affordable housing developments can be exempt from the reused water requirement if they meet specific criteria regarding on-site income-restricted units.
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