(a) The purpose of this Code section is to encourage the use of fire sprinkler protection systems. (b) No county, municipal, or other public water system shall charge or assess a separate fee for water service for fire sprinkler protection systems for more than the costs to provide such service. History. — Code 1981, § 12-5-180.2, enacted by Ga. L. 2018, p. 353, § 1/SB 404.