Hayward vs San Leandro
How do water restrictions rules compare between Hayward, CA and San Leandro, CA?
Hayward and San Leandro have similar restriction levels.
Hayward, CA
Alameda County
Hayward customers are served by EBMUD or SFPUC. Both impose outdoor watering limits and enforce permanent waste prohibitions year-round.
View full Hayward rules →San Leandro, CA
Alameda County
San Leandro water is supplied by EBMUD. Permanent statewide rules ban runoff, hosing hard surfaces, and watering within 48 hours of rain. AB 1572 phases out non-functional turf.
View full San Leandro rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Hayward | San Leandro |
|---|---|---|
| Primary provider | EBMUD | - |
| No-water hours | 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | - |
| Shutoff nozzle | Required on hoses | - |
| Leak repair | Within 72 hours | - |
| AB 1572 | Non-functional turf ban | Non-functional turf out |
| Water Provider | - | EBMUD |
| Runoff | - | Always prohibited |
| Post-Rain | - | No watering 48 hrs |
| Shutoff Nozzle | - | Required on hoses |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Hayward FAQ
How do I find my water provider?
Check your water bill. EBMUD covers most of Hayward; the city utility serves a small Hetch Hetchy area.
What is non-functional turf?
Grass in commercial or HOA areas that is purely decorative and not used for recreation or events.
San Leandro FAQ
What days can I water my lawn in San Leandro?
EBMUD sets customer rules. In normal conditions there are no fixed days, but waste and runoff are always prohibited and watering is banned within 48 hours of rain.
Does AB 1572 affect homeowners?
No. AB 1572 targets commercial, institutional, and HOA non-functional turf. Private residential lawns are exempt.
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