Dallas Consumer & Compliance Alert (Verified 2026-10-27)
2026 DWU SWIFTCOMPLY RULE & IRRIGATION EXEMPTION: Under Dallas City Code Ch. 49 Sec. 49-29, low-hazard residential lawn sprinkler backflow devices only require testing upon new installation, repair, or replacement—whereas high-hazard and commercial assemblies require annual testing filed via SwiftComply ($15 portal fee for passed tests). Also note: as of Sept. 25, 2026, testers must submit permit-related tests in SwiftComply (not directly to PDD plumbing inspectors).