Water Use Rules in Folsom, CA (2026)
2 verified water use rules for Folsom, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Recycled Water Rules
During a declared stage four water crisis, Folsom bars washing cars or equipment with a hose except on the lawn or at a commercial establishment using recycled or reclaimed water. Once the city manager escalates to stage five water emergency, Section 13.26.080(E)(6) drops the lawn option and recycled or reclaimed water becomes the only lawful method.
Folsom Recycled Water for Vehicle Washing
Some RestrictionsFolsom, CA, Municipal Code § 13.26.080(D)(7), (E)(6)
D. During the stage four (water crisis) conservation stage, the following restrictions shall be enforced: ... 7. Washing of automobiles or equipment shall be done on the lawn or at a commercial establishment that uses recycled or reclaimed water. ... E. During the stage five (water emergency) conservation stage, the following restrictions shall be enforced: ... 6. Washing of automob...
Leak Reporting Duty
Once Folsom declares a stage four water crisis, Section 13.26.080(D)(8) gives customers just twenty-four hours from the utilities department's notification to fix a water leak. Miss that window and the department may discontinue water service until the leak is repaired, on top of the standard three-step penalty schedule for chapter violations.
Folsom 24-Hour Water Leak Repair Duty
Some RestrictionsFolsom, CA, Municipal Code § 13.26.080(D)(8)
8. All water leaks shall be repaired within twenty-four hours of notification by the utilities department or service may be discontinued.
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