Native Plants: Midway City vs Mission Viejo
How do native plants rules compare between Midway City, CA and Mission Viejo, CA?
Midway City and Mission Viejo have similar restriction levels.
Midway City, CA
Orange County
AB-1572 prohibits using potable water to irrigate non-functional turf at commercial, institutional, and HOA-common areas, accelerating native and low-water landscape conversions statewide.
View full Midway City rules →Mission Viejo, CA
Orange County
AB-1572 prohibits using potable water to irrigate non-functional turf at commercial, institutional, and HOA-common areas, accelerating native and low-water landscape conversions statewide.
View full Mission Viejo rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Midway City | Mission Viejo |
|---|---|---|
| Statute | AB-1572 Water Code 10608.14 | AB-1572 Water Code 10608.14 |
| Full effect | By 2031 | By 2031 |
| HOA protection | Civil Code 4735 | Civil Code 4735 |
| Landscape standard | MWELO Gov Code 65591 | MWELO Gov Code 65591 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Midway City FAQ
Can my HOA require a green lawn?
No. Civil Code 4735 voids HOA rules that prohibit low-water-using plants or require living turf during declared drought conditions.
Does this ban apply to single-family homes?
No. AB-1572 covers commercial, institutional, industrial, and HOA-common areas. Single-family front and back yards are not subject to the potable-turf ban.
Mission Viejo FAQ
Can my HOA require a green lawn?
No. Civil Code 4735 voids HOA rules that prohibit low-water-using plants or require living turf during declared drought conditions.
Does this ban apply to single-family homes?
No. AB-1572 covers commercial, institutional, industrial, and HOA-common areas. Single-family front and back yards are not subject to the potable-turf ban.
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