Water Restrictions: Long Beach vs Pomona
How do water restrictions rules compare between Long Beach, CA and Pomona, CA?
Long Beach and Pomona have similar restriction levels.
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 →Pomona, CA
Los Angeles County
Pomona is served by multiple water providers following MWELO requirements. New landscapes over 500 sq ft must meet Maximum Applied Water Allowance calculations. CA Gov Code Section 65595 prohibits banning drought-tolerant landscaping.
View full Pomona rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Long Beach | Pomona |
|---|---|---|
| MWELO | Smartscape applies to new landscapes | Applies to new landscapes over 500 sq ft |
| 500-2,500 sq ft | Streamlined permit | - |
| Over 2,500 sq ft | Landscape professional required | - |
| Parkway Turf | Prohibited | - |
| Drought-Tolerant | - | Cannot be prohibited (Gov Code 65595) |
| State Law | - | AB 1881 Water Conservation Act |
| Commercial Turf | - | AB 1572 bans potable irrigation |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
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.
Pomona FAQ
What are the lawn watering restrictions in Pomona?
Pomona is served by multiple water providers following MWELO requirements. New landscapes over 500 sq ft must meet Maximum Applied Water Allowance calculations. CA Gov Code Section 65595 prohibits banning drought-tolerant landscaping.
Are there drought watering rules in Pomona?
MWELO: Applies to new landscapes over 500 sq ft. Drought-Tolerant: Cannot be prohibited (Gov Code 65595). State Law: AB 1881 Water Conservation Act. Commercial Turf: AB 1572 bans potable irrigation.
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