Harris-Galveston Subsidence District Permitting Frequently Asked Questions
The District offers several solutions to help permittees remain compliant and avoid disincentive fees, including the ability to use credits. Credits may be [...]
Submit groundwater well permit applications, renewals, and annual pumpage reports through the District's online permitting portal. District forms are also available on the [...]
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.
The District considers many factors when establishing groundwater allocations for each permit, including: Location of the groundwater well Availability of alternative water supplies [...]
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.
WELL: A well means any facility, device, or method used to withdraw groundwater supply. The well owner, well operator, or any other person [...]