Water Restrictions: Glendale vs Long Beach
How do water restrictions rules compare between Glendale, CA and Long Beach, CA?
Long Beach has fewer restrictions than Glendale.
Glendale, CA
Los Angeles County
Glendale follows state and regional water conservation mandates. Outdoor watering is restricted to specific days and times under the city's Water Conservation Ordinance. Glendale Water & Power enforces restrictions and offers rebates for low-water landscaping.
View full Glendale rules →Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Long Beach follows the MWELO (Smartscape) ordinance for new landscaping. Projects 500-2,500 sq ft have streamlined permits; over 2,500 sq ft require a landscape professional. High-water turf is prohibited in parkways and medians.
View full Long Beach rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Glendale | Long Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Watering Days | Restricted to assigned days (typically 2-3/week) | - |
| Prohibited Hours | 9 AM–5 PM | - |
| New Landscaping | Must comply with MWELO | - |
| Rebates | Available for turf removal | - |
| MWELO | - | Smartscape applies to new landscapes |
| 500-2,500 sq ft | - | Streamlined permit |
| Over 2,500 sq ft | - | Landscape professional required |
| Parkway Turf | - | Prohibited |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Glendale FAQ
What are the watering restrictions in Glendale?
Outdoor watering is restricted to assigned days (typically 2-3 per week) and prohibited between 9 AM and 5 PM. Restrictions may increase during drought.
Does Glendale offer rebates for removing grass?
Yes. Glendale Water & Power offers rebates for turf removal and conversion to water-efficient landscaping.
Long Beach FAQ
What are the lawn watering restrictions in Long Beach?
Long Beach follows the MWELO (Smartscape) ordinance for new landscaping. Projects 500-2,500 sq ft have streamlined permits; over 2,500 sq ft require a landscape professional. High-water turf is prohibited in parkways and medians.
Are there drought watering rules in Long Beach?
MWELO: Smartscape applies to new landscapes. 500-2,500 sq ft: Streamlined permit. Over 2,500 sq ft: Landscape professional required. Parkway Turf: Prohibited.
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