Water Restrictions: Hesperia vs Victorville
How do water restrictions rules compare between Hesperia, CA and Victorville, CA?
Hesperia and Victorville have similar restriction levels.
Hesperia, CA
San Bernardino County
Hesperia Municipal Code §14.04.170 (Water Conservation Emergency Plan) is currently in Stage 2, enacted by joint Hesperia City Council/Hesperia Water District Resolutions 2022-46 and 2022-10. Irrigation of non-functional turf is prohibited at commercial, industrial, and institutional properties. Parks, golf courses, and schools may only irrigate between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.; all runoff is prohibited.
View full Hesperia rules →Victorville, CA
San Bernardino County
Victor Valley water limits outdoor watering to assigned days and cool hours under the Water Shortage Contingency Plan. AB 1572 bans potable water on non-functional turf at commercial and HOA sites starting January 2027.
View full Victorville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Hesperia | Victorville |
|---|---|---|
| Current Stage | Stage 2 (active since 2022) | - |
| Code Section | HMC §14.04.170 | - |
| Park/School Hours | 10 p.m. – 5 a.m. only | - |
| Runoff | Prohibited | - |
| Non-functional Turf | Banned at CII properties | - |
| Hardscape Washing | Prohibited (health/safety exceptions) | - |
| State Floor | MWELO — CCR Title 23 §§490-495 | - |
| Authority | - | Local WSCP and CA Water Code |
| Overspray | - | Prohibited at all times |
| Drought watering | - | Assigned days, early or late |
| AB 1572 | - | Bans non-functional turf irrigation |
| Regional wholesaler | - | Mojave Water Agency |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Hesperia FAQ
When can I water my lawn in Hesperia?
Under HMC §14.04.170 Stage 2, watering is allowed but cannot cause runoff. Parks, schools, and golf courses are limited to 10 p.m.–5 a.m. Residential restrictions are less specific but waste is prohibited. Check with Hesperia Water District for the current stage.
Can I wash my driveway in Hesperia?
No. HMC §14.04.170 prohibits using district water to wash down hard surfaces such as driveways, sidewalks, and parking lots except where specifically permitted for public health and safety reasons.
Victorville FAQ
What days can I water my Victorville lawn?
During drought stages your water provider (Victorville Municipal Utility or Liberty Utilities) assigns watering days, typically two or three days per week, only before 9 a.m. or after 6 p.m. to prevent evaporation.
Does AB 1572 force me to rip out my front lawn?
No. AB 1572 applies to non-functional turf at commercial, industrial, institutional, and HOA common areas. Single-family front and back lawns are exempt from the state ban.
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