(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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