Western Municipal Water District may provide recycled water where technically and economically feasible for irrigation, commercial uses, and landscape impoundments. Each potential use is conditioned on the availability of distribution facilities. All potential uses of recycled water are subject to review and will be approved on an individual basis.
All recycled water uses shall be in accordance with the treatment standards and water quality requirements set forth in CCR Title 22, Division 4, Chapter 3, Article 3, "Uses of Recycled Water," as amended. The use of recycled water shall not cause a pollution, contamination, or nuisance as defined by Section 13050 of the California Water Code, as amended.
(Ord. 364 § 1(4.1), 2006; Ord. 377 § 8, 2010)
Western Municipal Water District is not responsible for any condition of the recycled water itself, or any substance that may be mixed with or contained in recycled water as delivered to any customer, except as required by CCR Title 22, Division 4, Chapter 3, Article 1.
The district shall not be liable for any damage resulting from the use of recycled water, including that resulting from improper use, inadequate capacity, defective plumbing, broken/faulty services, or recycled water mains, or any conditions beyond the control of the district.
All users shall accept such conditions of pressure, as provided by the distribution system at the location of the service connection and hold the district harmless from all damage arising from low pressure or high pressure conditions, or from interruptions of service.
Recycled water service may be terminated or suspended whenever the quality of the recycled water does not comply with the requirements of the regulatory agencies, or at any time the provisions of this chapter and rules and regulations are violated.
(Ord. 364 § 1(4.2), 2006)
Recycled water service will be made available to the customer in accordance with the general provisions found in Chapter 5.15 WMWDC, subject to the following specific terms and conditions relating to recycled water:
A. 
Compliance with Regulations. Recycled water shall be used in a manner that complies with the provisions of this chapter and all applicable federal, state, and local statutes, ordinances, regulations and other applicable requirements for the treatment level supplied, as determined by the district.
B. 
Reports. The cost and preparation of any study or report necessary to comply with CA DHS regulations or other regulatory requirements shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
C. 
Service Constraints. All service is contingent on the quantity and quality of recycled water available from the district's facilities or other sources as may be specified by the district and shall be provided in accordance with this chapter and the terms of the permit/recycled water agreement required to be entered into between the district and the customer prior to obtaining recycled water service.
D. 
Distribution. The district reserves the right to control and schedule distribution as necessary to: (1) maintain an acceptable working pressure, (2) safeguard public health and safety, (3) manage the availability of recycled water supply, and (4) construct, maintain, and operate facilities.
E. 
Interim Service. Interim service may be made available at the district's discretion, if recycled water is anticipated to be available to the site within a reasonable time. The customer, at their own expense, must perform all work necessary to make connections to the permanent recycled water system when installed.
F. 
Recycled Water for Construction Use. When available and subject to district requirements, recycled water may be used by contractors for dust control, soil compaction during grading operations, and compaction of backfill in pipeline (except potable water pipeline) trenches. Special rates, hookup charges, and conditions apply to recycled water used for construction purposes.
(Ord. 364 § 1(4.3), 2006; Ord. 377 § 9, 2010)
Recycled water customers will be required to apply for and obtain a recycled water use permit/recycled water agreement outlining the approved use and specifying the minimum facility and operational requirements.
A. 
Each applicant for recycled water use and a permit/recycled water agreement must submit the following information to the district, which will be incorporated into the recycled water use permit/recycled water agreement:
1. 
A detailed description of the intended use area identifying the following:
a. 
The number, location, and type of facilities within the use area proposing to use dual plumbed systems;
b. 
The average number of persons estimated to be served by each facility on a daily basis;
c. 
The specific boundaries of the proposed use area including a map showing the location of each facility to be served;
d. 
The intended use of recycled water and its estimated quantity;
e. 
The person or persons responsible for operation of the dual plumbed system at each facility (recycled water supervisor); and
f. 
The specific use to be made of the recycled water at each facility.
2. 
Plans and specifications describing the following:
a. 
Points of connection for both recycled and domestic water system to the district mains;
b. 
Proposed piping system to be used;
c. 
Pipe locations of both the recycled and potable systems;
d. 
Type and posting location of recycled water warning signs;
e. 
Type of identification labeling, and type and location of the outlets and plumbing fixtures that will be accessible to the public; and
f. 
The methods and devices to be used to prevent backflow of recycled water into the public water system.
3. 
A master plan report that covers more than one facility or use site may be submitted, provided the report includes the information required by this section. Plans and specifications for individual facilities covered by the report may be submitted at any time prior to the delivery of recycled water to the facility.
B. 
Recycled water use permits are not transferable; a change in ownership, use, operations, or land use will require a new permit.
C. 
The information supplied by the applicant shall be considered as authoritative and final. If any error in such application shall cause installation of a service connection that is improper, either in size or location, the cost of all changes required shall be borne by the applicant.
D. 
At a minimum, the permit/recycled water agreement shall include the following:
1. 
Names and addresses of the property owner and customer of the recycled water.
2. 
A statement that no changes in the proposed system will be undertaken without amending the permit/recycled water agreement.
3. 
A statement that the applicant recognizes potential penalties for violation of this chapter and rules and regulations and any regulatory agencies.
4. 
Specific quantity of recycled water to be used, including estimated average annual use in acre-feet, and the maximum gallons per minute (GPM) needed at the point of connection (POC) as shown on the plans.
5. 
Approved uses.
6. 
A statement that the permit/recycled water agreement shall be canceled or amended if:
a. 
A change of recycled water use occurs.
b. 
A change in the piping system has been implemented without prior approval.
c. 
A violation of these rules and regulations occurs and results in a system turn-off.
(Ord. 364 § 1(4.4), 2006)
Recycled water rates, fees, and charges are established by resolution of the Western Municipal Water District's board of directors from time to time and shall be incorporated herein by reference.
The district is also committed to an equitable allocation of costs. Each recycled water user shall be charged their fair share of costs incurred by the district in providing that service as determined by the district's board of directors. Each wastewater discharger shall be charged their fair share of costs incurred by the district to construct, operate, and maintain the wastewater collection system and wastewater treatment facilities.
The board reserves the right to change recycled water rates, service charges, or other fees at any time. Such changes will be made by appropriate action of the board of directors.
All fees and construction costs shall be paid prior to construction; however, the district may reimburse the applicant for a portion of the cost of such facilities as described herein. Under certain circumstances, the district may contribute to the cost of designing and/or constructing the facilities needed to deliver recycled water to an applicant's property. Subject to the availability of funds, the district may:
A. 
Reimburse an applicant for costs incurred to install oversized facilities in the public right-of-way.
B. 
Elect to participate in or construct pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations or other facilities, as it determines necessary, and/or as funds are available.
(Ord. 364 § 1(4.5), 2006)