Lena Gulch

Water Use Rules

Water use is intended for beneficial purposes only. Water waste is prohibited.

Water use rules includes, but is not limited to:

Apply no more water than is reasonably necessary to establish and maintain a healthy landscape. Routine watering of turf shall be limited to three days per week, except for water for up to 21 days to establish new turf sod or seed.

No watering landscaped areas during rain or high wind.

Do not apply water intended for irrigation to an impervious surface, such as a street, parking lot, alley, sidewalk or driveway.

Do not use water instead of a broom or mop to clean outdoor impervious surfaces such as sidewalks, driveways, and patios, except when cleaning is necessary for public health or safety reasons or when other cleaning methods are impractical.

Do not allow water to pool or flow across the ground into any drainage way, street, alley or storm drain.

Failing to repair, for more than five (5) business days after you receive notice of leaking or damaged irrigation components, service lines or other plumbing fixtures.

Wash vehicles with a hose that includes an automatic shut-off valve.

No watering with spray irrigation between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. during the period from May 1 to October 1, except for the following uses:

  • Watering for up to 21 days to establish turf from seed or sod.
  • Watering new plant material such as flowers, trees, and shrubs on the day of planting.
  • Watering which is essential to preserve turf subject to heavy public use.
  • Operating an irrigation system for installation, repair or reasonable maintenance, so long as the system is attended throughout the operation.
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Remember, water is a precious resource we need to live and cannot afford to waste. Use water wisely.

Did you know?

The water we use today is the same water that was here when the earth was formed!

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