Water Restrictions: Altadena vs Santa Monica
How do water restrictions rules compare between Altadena, CA and Santa Monica, CA?
Altadena has fewer restrictions than Santa Monica.
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
Santa Monica has strict water conservation rules. Spray irrigation is prohibited 10 AM-4 PM daily. The Water Neutrality Ordinance (SMMC §7.16.050) requires new development to offset water demand. New sprinkler systems are banned for existing landscapes.
View full Santa Monica rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Altadena | Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Spray Irrigation | - | Prohibited 10 AM - 4 PM |
| Water Neutrality | - | SMMC §7.16.050 |
| New Sprinklers | - | Banned for existing landscapes |
| New Development | - | Must offset water demand |
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.
Santa Monica FAQ
What are the lawn watering restrictions in Santa Monica?
Santa Monica has strict water conservation rules. Spray irrigation is prohibited 10 AM-4 PM daily. The Water Neutrality Ordinance (SMMC §7.16.050) requires new development to offset water demand. New sprinkler systems are banned for existing landscapes.
Are there drought watering rules in Santa Monica?
Spray Irrigation: Prohibited 10 AM - 4 PM. Water Neutrality: SMMC §7.16.050. New Sprinklers: Banned for existing landscapes. New Development: Must offset water demand.
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