Harris-Galveston Subsidence District Permitting Frequently Asked Questions
If you are unable to meet the required conversion to alternative water, then you may be subject to a disincentive fee. See our schedule of fees for the current disincentive fee rate.
Approximately four months prior to the expiration of your permit, the District will mail you a permit renewal application form. This form must [...]
The District is required to consider many different factors when establishing the groundwater allocation for each permittee. Some considerations include the following: The [...]
After the 1993 legislative session, changes were adopted regarding which wells must be permitted by the District, resulting in an increase in the number of wells subject to permitting.
If a well serves anything other than one house, a permit is required. However, a permit may be required for a well that [...]