Dunedin vs Safety Harbor
How do water restrictions rules compare between Dunedin, FL and Safety Harbor, FL?
Dunedin and Safety Harbor have similar restriction levels.
Dunedin, FL
Pinellas County
Dunedin follows Southwest Florida Water Management District schedules. Under the current Modified Phase III shortage, irrigation is limited to one assigned day per week between 12:01-4:00 AM, with $500 maximum citations and no first-warning period.
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Pinellas County
Safety Harbor follows SWFWMD watering rules: even addresses irrigate Thursday/Sunday, odd addresses Wednesday/Saturday, with no watering 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Modified Phase III restrictions are currently in effect through July 2026.
View full Safety Harbor rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Dunedin | Safety Harbor |
|---|---|---|
| Current phase | Modified Phase III | - |
| Frequency | One day per week | - |
| Allowed hours | 12:01-4:00 AM | - |
| Maximum fine | $500 per violation | - |
| Authority | SWFWMD adopted locally | - |
| Even addresses | - | Thursday and Sunday |
| Odd addresses | - | Wednesday and Saturday |
| No-water hours | - | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| New lawn grace | - | 60 days |
| Phase III fine | - | $193 citation |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Dunedin FAQ
Which day can I water my lawn in Dunedin?
Your watering day depends on your house number's last digit: 0-1 Monday, 2-3 Tuesday, 4-5 Wednesday, 6-7 Thursday, 8-9 Friday. Even-odd schedules apply only during stricter phases.
Are there exceptions for new sod or plants?
Yes. Hand watering and microirrigation of plant beds is allowed any day before 8 AM or after 6 PM. New sod and plant establishment exemptions apply for 30 to 60 days with documentation.
Safety Harbor FAQ
When can I water my lawn in Safety Harbor?
Even-numbered addresses may irrigate Thursdays and Sundays; odd-numbered addresses may irrigate Wednesdays and Saturdays. No address may run irrigation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on any day.
Does the schedule apply to well water?
Yes. The schedule covers potable, well, lake, and pond water sources. Hand-watering and micro-irrigation of non-turf plants are allowed any day, any time as needed for plant health.
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