(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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