Water Use Rules in Sacramento, CA (2026)
2 verified water use rules for Sacramento, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Recycled Water Rules
Under City Code § 15.92.180, covered Sacramento landscape projects must design recycled water irrigation systems for both current and future use, built to all applicable local and state standards. Landscapes irrigated with recycled water count as 'special landscape areas,' letting them use more water than a typical hydrozone under the city's water budget.
Recycled Water Landscape Rules in Sacramento
Some RestrictionsSacramento City Code § 15.92.180
A. The installation of recycled water irrigation systems shall allow for the current and future use of recycled water. B. All recycled water irrigation systems shall be designed and operated in accordance with all applicable local and state laws. C. Landscapes using recycled water are considered special landscape areas. The ETAF for new and existing (non-rehabilitated) special landscape areas s...
Leak Reporting Duty
Sacramento City Code makes it unlawful to keep leaky or faulty water fixtures connected to the city water system, and gives owners just five days after written notice from the Department of Utilities to fix or disconnect the device before the city cuts off water to the whole premises.
Sacramento Leaking Fixture Repair Duty
Some RestrictionsSacramento City Code § 13.04.120 (Leaking fixtures)
It is unlawful for any person to maintain or allow on his or her premises leaky or faulty water fixtures or water using or distributing devices to which city water is connected, so that city water is wasted thereby. The failure to repair or disconnect the faulty device within five days after being notified in writing to do so by the department shall be sufficient cause for the disconnection of ...
Looking for Sacramento County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Sacramento city rules.
Water Use Rules in Sacramento County →