(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) (1) 'Major project' means an extension, project, or program of water and sewer facilities. (2) 'Major project' includes: (i) a sewer main at least 15 inches in diameter; (ii) a water main at least 16 inches in diameter; and (iii) a sewage or water pumping station, force main, and storage or other major facility. (3) 'Major project' does not include a sewer main or water main that: (i) provides only local service; (ii) is 2,000 feet or less; and (iii) is built to avoid unnecessary and uneconomical duplication when a major project is constructed. (c) 'Program' means a 6–year projected program by the Commission of capital improvements for water and sewer facilities.
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