Water Use Rules in Philadelphia, PA (2026)
1 verified water use rules for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Lawn Watering Restrictions
Pennsylvania DEP declares Drought Watch, Warning, or Emergency stages that trigger Philadelphia Water Department restrictions. Drought Warning prohibits non-essential outdoor water use, including lawn irrigation between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., car washing without shutoff nozzles, and topping off pools.
Philadelphia Water Department drought watering rules
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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Philadelphia city rules.
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