Water Use Rules in Los Angeles, CA (2026)
1 verified water use rules for Los Angeles, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
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Recycled Water Rules
Los Angeles requires new buildings within 200 feet of an available city-recycled water line to run 100 percent of their water closets, urinals, floor drains, and process cooling and heating from that recycled supply. LAMC § 99.04.305.1 sets the mandate, with exceptions for additions, partial alterations, and unsuitable water quality.
LA Recycled Water Supply to Fixtures Rule
Significant RestrictionsLos Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) § 99.04.305.1 (Water Reuse Systems), Amended by Ord. No. 186,488, Eff. 12/27/19
When City-recycled water is available for use within 200 feet of the property line, 100 percent of water for water closets, urinals, floor drains, and process cooling and heating in that building shall come from City-recycled water. Recycled water systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with the Los Angeles Plumbing Code. EXCEPTIONS: 1. Additions that use any part of the existing ...
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