Clearwater vs Pinellas Park
How do water restrictions rules compare between Clearwater, FL and Pinellas Park, FL?
Clearwater and Pinellas Park 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
Pinellas Park follows Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) and Pinellas County watering rules, which currently limit landscape irrigation to once per week with hours based on address.
View full Pinellas Park rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Clearwater | Pinellas Park |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Authority | - | SWFWMD and county |
| Frequency | - | Once per week |
| Banned hours | - | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Citation amount | - | $193 first offense |
| Hand watering | - | Allowed anytime |
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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.
Pinellas Park FAQ
Which day can I water my lawn in Pinellas Park?
Days are assigned by the last digit of your street address under SWFWMD's once-per-week schedule. Check pinellas.gov/watering-schedule-and-rules to confirm your day before turning on your sprinklers.
Can I still water new plants every day?
Newly installed sod, plants, and trees qualify for a 30-60 day establishment period during which more frequent watering is allowed. Hand watering and microirrigation of beds is unrestricted any day or time.
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