Water Restrictions: Carson vs Pomona
How do water restrictions rules compare between Carson, CA and Pomona, CA?
Pomona has fewer restrictions than Carson.
Carson, CA
Los Angeles County
Carson is served primarily by Cal Water (California Water Service) Hermosa-Redondo / Dominguez districts and Golden State Water, all of which enforce statewide water-waste prohibitions under SWRCB Resolution and CCR Title 23 §§963–967. New and rehabilitated landscapes ≥500 sq ft must comply with the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO, CCR Title 23 §§490–495).
View full Carson rules →Pomona, CA
Los Angeles County
Pomona is served by multiple water providers following MWELO requirements. New landscapes over 500 sq ft must meet Maximum Applied Water Allowance calculations. CA Gov Code Section 65595 prohibits banning drought-tolerant landscaping.
View full Pomona rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Carson | Pomona |
|---|---|---|
| Statewide rules | CCR Title 23 §967 (water-waste prohibitions, permanent) | - |
| Landscape standard | MWELO — CCR Title 23 §§490–495, applies to ≥500 sq ft new/rehab | - |
| Water providers | Cal Water + Golden State Water serve Carson | - |
| Max fine | $500/day for water-waste violations | - |
| MWELO | - | Applies to new landscapes over 500 sq ft |
| Drought-Tolerant | - | Cannot be prohibited (Gov Code 65595) |
| State Law | - | AB 1881 Water Conservation Act |
| Commercial Turf | - | AB 1572 bans potable irrigation |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Carson FAQ
Are there day-of-week watering restrictions in Carson?
Watering schedules are set by the water purveyor (Cal Water or Golden State Water) under SWRCB drought stages, not by Carson Municipal Code. Check your bill insert or utility website for current stage.
Does MWELO apply to my home landscape remodel?
Yes — any new or rehabilitated landscape ≥500 sq ft (including residential) on a project requiring a permit must submit a MWELO Landscape Documentation Package.
Pomona FAQ
What are the lawn watering restrictions in Pomona?
Pomona is served by multiple water providers following MWELO requirements. New landscapes over 500 sq ft must meet Maximum Applied Water Allowance calculations. CA Gov Code Section 65595 prohibits banning drought-tolerant landscaping.
Are there drought watering rules in Pomona?
MWELO: Applies to new landscapes over 500 sq ft. Drought-Tolerant: Cannot be prohibited (Gov Code 65595). State Law: AB 1881 Water Conservation Act. Commercial Turf: AB 1572 bans potable irrigation.
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