Seminole vs St. Petersburg
How do water restrictions rules compare between Seminole, FL and St. Petersburg, FL?
Seminole and St. Petersburg have similar restriction levels.
Seminole, FL
Pinellas County
Seminole, FL follows Pinellas County and SWFWMD watering rules. Under the current Modified Phase III order, irrigation is limited to one day per week tied to address number, with restricted overnight watering windows.
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Pinellas County
St. Petersburg follows the SWFWMD water shortage order with a once-a-week irrigation schedule for potable and well water users, with citations starting at $193 per violation.
View full St. Petersburg rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Seminole | St. Petersburg |
|---|---|---|
| Current phase | Modified Phase III | - |
| Watering days | Tue even, Thu odd south of SR 580 | - |
| Allowed hours | 12-4 a.m. and 8 p.m.-midnight | - |
| Citation amount | $193 per violation | - |
| Authority | SWFWMD and Pinellas County | SWFWMD + Ch. 27 |
| Schedule | - | Once per week |
| Even days | - | Tue/Sat |
| Odd days | - | Wed/Sun |
| First fine | - | $193 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Seminole FAQ
Which days can I water my lawn in Seminole right now?
Under Modified Phase III, even addresses water Tuesdays and odd addresses water Thursdays, only during the 12-4 a.m. or 8 p.m.-midnight windows.
Are there exceptions for new sod or hand watering?
New landscaping has a limited establishment period, and hand watering with an automatic shut-off nozzle is generally allowed any day. Micro-irrigation and reclaimed water have separate rules.
St. Petersburg FAQ
Can I water my new sod in St. Petersburg during restrictions?
Yes. New plants and turf may be watered any day for the first 30 days, then three days per week through day 60, before reverting to the standard once-weekly schedule.
Do reclaimed water users follow the same schedule?
No. St. Petersburg reclaimed water customers follow a separate schedule managed by the City's Reclaimed Water program and are generally not subject to the SWFWMD potable schedule.
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