Here is a snippet of Kim Hilsenbeck's interview with Rep. Jason Isaac at the Kyle Chamber of Commerce luncheon today:
HFP: Could the state require developers to install rainwater catchment systems in new homes?
JI: “That I have to look into.”
HFP: What do you think about that idea?
JI: “I’m working on some stuff dealing with rainwater collection where it would decrease the valuation of people’s homes, so if you currently have rainwater collection systems. We’re trying to figure out a number or a percentage to say, guess what, if you have one and this bill passes, you get an immediate $20,000 deduction on the valuation of a home. Not saying you’re going to save $20,000 on your property taxes. So that could save them some money. I want it to be retro active for those who already made the conscious decision to do that.”
He wrapped up saying, “I’m going to have several bills that have water conservation and that’s one of the ideas.”
Read the full story soon in the Hays Free Press or online at www.haysfreepress.com.
