Článok 16 Prístup k vode určenej na ľudskú spotrebu

1.   Without prejudice to Article 9 of Directive 2000/60/EC and to the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality, whilst taking into account the local, regional and cultural perspectives and circumstances for water distribution, Member States shall take the necessary measures to improve or maintain access to water intended for human consumption for all, in particular for vulnerable and marginalised groups, as defined by the Member States.

For that purpose, Member States shall:

2.   In order to promote the use of tap water intended for human consumption, Member States shall ensure that outdoor and indoor equipment is set up in public spaces, where technically feasible, in a manner that is proportionate to the need for such measures and taking into account specific local conditions, such as climate and geography.

Member States may also take the following measures to promote the use of tap water intended for human consumption:

3.   Member States shall ensure that the necessary assistance, as defined by the Member States, for competent authorities is facilitated in order to implement the measures referred to in this Article.