Outdoor Water Feature Conservation Plan

Required for all non-residential water features with pool surface area greater than 1,000 square feet

A Conservation Plan is required for all non-residential water features with pool surface area greater than 1,000 square feet to obtain a Basic or Advanced fountain variance.

The Basic Fountain Variance allows fountains/water features to run for eight (8) hours during stages 1 and 2 and four (4) hours during stages 3 and 4. The Advanced Fountain Variance allows fountains/water features to run for 12 hours in stages 1 and 2 and eight (8) hours in stages 3 and 4 with a required higher level of monitoring. (NOTE: Real-time monitoring technology, such as a computerized central control system, is required to qualify for an Advanced Fountain Variance.)

The Conservation Plan is to ensure that the water features are maintained and make-up water is minimized. The components of a Conservation Plan are:

Owner & operator contact information
Location of feature
Surface area
Monthly water use
Sub-meter
Sign with operational hours located at the fountain or
water feature

(NOTE: Fountains using 100 percent non-potable water or that are designed as a wildlife habitat water feature may use this form for a variance.)

Step 1 of 4

Owner Information
Owner * Required
First Last
SAWS Account Number * Required
Enter your 20-digit account number as it appears on your SAWS bill.
Address * Required
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Phone * Required
Email * Required

Operator Information
Operator Name * Required
First Last
Operator Address * Required
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Phone * Required
Email * Required

Water Feature
Address of water feature * Required
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Physical location on the property: * Required
Total surface area of pool including horizontal surface and vertical drop in square feet: * Required
(If the square footage you entered is less than 1,000 square feet, you will need to fill out the Basic Outdoor Water Feature Variance to apply for a variance for water features smaller than 1,000 square feet.)
Estimated monthly water use in gallons: * Required
Variance needed for: * Required
- Basic Fountain Variance
- Advanced Fountain Variance
Do you have a sub-meter installed on the fountain fill line? * Required
- Yes
- No
A sub-meter on the fill line is required to receive a variance for all fountains larger than 1,000 square feet.
Real-Time Monitoring System required for Advanced Fountain Variance * Required
Technology to monitor real-time water usage during operating and non-operating hours is required for an Advanced Fountain Variance. Describe the control system (manufacturer, system name) in place for real-time monitoring of the fountain's water use.
Provide specific operation times you are requesting for your variance.
- Basic Fountain Variance: For Stages 1 & 2 - there is a maximum of eight (8) hours; Stages 3 & 4 - a maximum of four (4) hours.
- Advanced Fountain Variance: For Stages 1 & 2 - there is a maximum of twelve (12) hours; Stages 3 & 4 - a maximum of eight (8) hours.
- Signs with operational hours located at the fountain location. * Required
  I acknowledge that signage indicating the fountain is operating according to city ordinance is located where the general public can see it.
- Stages 1 & 2 Start Time * Required
  
  : HH
  
  MM
  
  AM/PM
- Stages 1 & 2 End Time * Required
  
  : HH
  
  MM
  
  AM/PM
- Stages 3 & 4 Start Time * Required
  
  : HH
  
  MM
  
  AM/PM
- Stages 3 & 4 End Time * Required
  
  : HH
  
  MM
  
  AM/PM

Acknowledgements
Please read and agree to the Agreement before submitting your Variance Request.
I acknowledge that the water feature identified above is without any leaks.

I acknowledge that the water feature is in good working order, i.e., its recirculation pump and fill sensors/valves are functioning in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

I acknowledge that signage indicating the fountain is operating according to city ordinance is located where the general public can see it.

I acknowledge that the water feature is inspected and maintained on a routine basis.

I acknowledge that the fill/make-up line is sub-metered.

I acknowledge that the fill/make-up line has a flow or pressure sensor/valve in which the volume can be read by a digital device (required for Advanced Fountain Variance).

I acknowledge that prior to operation SAWS personnel must verify the times and stated components of the water feature.
Acknowledgement * Required
I have read and accept this Agreement and I understand and will abide by these guidelines as set forth by San Antonio Water System.
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