June 22, 2009

Artesia News

City Council passes water ordinance

 

This ordinance establishes permanent water conservation standards intended to alter behavior related to water use efficiency for non-shortage water supply conditions. The new ordinance includes:

  1. A prohibition on watering lawns or landscapes more than once a day
  2. Watering lawns and landscapes is prohibited between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
  3. Watering lawns and landscapes using most springklers is limited to 10 minutes per day.
  4. Watering lawns or landscapes in a manner that causes excessive water flow or runoff is prohibited
  5. Washing hard or paved surfaces is prohibited, except when necessary for safety or sanitary hazards
  6. Excessive use, loss or escape of water through breaks, leaks, or other plumbing or distribution system malfunctions must be repaired within 48 hours after receiving notice from the city
  7. Operating a decorative water feature that does not use re-circulated water is prohibited.
  8. Washing vehicles must be done with a hand-held bucket or a hose equipped with a water shut-off nozzle or device.

For more information, call the city Clerk at (562) 865-62623 or check the City Code on the web.