Water Restrictions: Clearwater vs Largo
How do water restrictions rules compare between Clearwater, FL and Largo, FL?
Clearwater and Largo have similar restriction levels.
Clearwater, FL
Pinellas County
Clearwater operates under Modified Phase III Extreme Water Shortage restrictions that limit lawn irrigation to one day per week based on address, with citations issued immediately and fines up to $500 per violation through July 2026.
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Pinellas County
Largo follows Southwest Florida Water Management District restrictions, currently a Modified Phase III shortage limiting irrigation to one day per week within designated overnight or evening hours, with violations carrying citations and escalating fines.
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Clearwater FAQ
When can I water my lawn in Clearwater?
Under current Modified Phase III restrictions, even-numbered addresses water Saturday and odd-numbered addresses water Sunday during 12:01-4 AM or 8-11:59 PM only.
Is hand-watering allowed every day?
Yes. Hand-watering with a shutoff nozzle, drip irrigation, and micro-irrigation are exempt from day-of-week restrictions, though hour restrictions still apply for sprinklers.
Largo FAQ
What day can I water my lawn in Largo?
Your watering day is assigned by the last digit of your street address under the Pinellas County and SWFWMD one-day-per-week schedule currently in effect.
Can I hand water any day?
Yes. Hand watering, micro-irrigation, and soaker hoses are allowed any day, but only before 8 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
Does the schedule apply to private wells?
Yes. Under the SWFWMD Phase III order, residents using private wells must follow the same one-day-per-week schedule as utility customers.
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