Water restrictions are in effect from June 1 – September 30.
FAQs
When can I sprinkle or water my lawn?
EVEN numbered house(s) may sprinkle on EVEN numbered days.
ODD numbered house(s) may sprinkle on ODD numbered days.
When does the day begin?
The day begins at midnight and ends at midnight.
Can I water any time of the day?
Homeowners cannot sprinkle between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.
What happens if the sprinkling system goes off when it is not my day or is running between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.?
There is a $75 first time violation penalty and the fine goes up $25 for each additional violation.
Are there any EXCEPTIONS to the sprinkling restriction?
There are a few exceptions to the sprinkling restrictions. Newly sodded or seeded lawns may be sprinkled anytime during the first sixty (60) days. However, the customer/resident MUST provide notification to the Joint Powers Water Board office at 763-497-3611 prior to installation of sod or seeding of lawns. Your account will then be noted that you have a newly sodded/seeded lawn. You may HAND-water anytime.
What if I have children/kids at home during the summer?
Kids may run in the sprinkler anytime, but please do not leave the sprinkler running if children are not playing.
