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Water Use Rules in Whittier, CA (2026)

1 verified water use rules for Whittier, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Recycled Water Rules

Whittier's water-efficient landscaping ordinance requires recycled-water irrigation systems to be built for current and future recycled-water use. Municipal Code Section 13.43.180 makes any landscape irrigated with recycled water a 'special landscape area' subject to a stricter water-budget adjustment factor.

Whittier Recycled Water Landscape Irrigation Rules

Some Restrictions

Whittier Municipal Code § 13.43.180

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 ET adjustment factor for new and existing (non-rehabilitated) special landsc...

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