Water Restrictions: Altadena vs El Monte
How do water restrictions rules compare between Altadena, CA and El Monte, CA?
Altadena and El Monte have similar restriction levels.
Altadena, CA
Los Angeles County
Outdoor watering in Altadena (served by Lincoln Avenue Water Co., Las Flores Water Co., Rubio Cañon, and Kinneloa Irrigation District) is limited to 2 days per week assigned by address — typically Mon/Thu odd, Tue/Fri even — with 10-minute-per-zone caps.
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Los Angeles County
El Monte follows MWELO requirements for water-efficient landscaping on new/renovated landscapes over 500 sq ft. Local water purveyors may impose additional watering day and time restrictions.
View full El Monte rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Altadena | El Monte |
|---|---|---|
| Watering Days | 2/week by address | - |
| Odd Address | Mon/Thu | - |
| Even Address | Tue/Fri | - |
| Hand Watering Cap | 10 min/zone | - |
| Authority | SWRCB CCR Title 23 §§996–997 | - |
| MWELO | - | Applies to landscapes >500 sq ft |
| New Landscapes | - | MAWA calculations required |
| Turf Ban | - | AB 1572 commercial (2024) |
| Drought-Tolerant | - | Cannot be prohibited (Gov Code 65595) |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Altadena FAQ
Which days can I water my Altadena lawn?
Two days a week assigned by address: odd-numbered Mon/Thu, even-numbered Tue/Fri. Drip irrigation is exempt from the day restriction.
El Monte FAQ
What are the lawn watering restrictions in El Monte?
El Monte follows MWELO requirements for water-efficient landscaping on new/renovated landscapes over 500 sq ft. Local water purveyors may impose additional watering day and time restrictions.
Are there drought watering rules in El Monte?
MWELO: Applies to landscapes >500 sq ft. New Landscapes: MAWA calculations required. Turf Ban: AB 1572 commercial (2024). Drought-Tolerant: Cannot be prohibited (Gov Code 65595).
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