Water Restrictions: South Jordan vs West Jordan
How do water restrictions rules compare between South Jordan, UT and West Jordan, UT?
South Jordan and West Jordan have similar restriction levels.
South Jordan, UT
Salt Lake County
Secondary (irrigation) water restricted to 2-3 days per week during drought; no daytime watering 10am-6pm May through October.
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Salt Lake County
West Jordan enforces Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District watering schedules: maximum 2 days/week during drought, no watering 10 AM–6 PM May–October. Utah HB 410 (2023) bans nonfunctional turf in new commercial developments and state-funded projects.
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| Fact | South Jordan | West Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Peak season | 3 days/week, no 10am-6pm | - |
| Shoulder season | 2 days/week | - |
| Turf rebate | Utah Water Savers / JVWCD | - |
| HOA turf mandates | Preempted by state law | - |
| Provider | JVWCD + local secondary systems | - |
| Water District | - | Jordan Valley Water Conservancy |
| No-Water Hours | - | 10 AM – 6 PM (May–Oct) |
| Normal Schedule | - | 3 days/week |
| Drought Schedule | - | 2 days/week |
| Turf Rebate | - | Up to $3/sq ft (Flip Your Strip) |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
South Jordan FAQ
Can I water my lawn at noon?
No. Watering between 10 AM and 6 PM is prohibited May through October under regional drought rules.
Can my HOA force me to keep a lawn?
No. Utah law (SB 110) bars HOAs from requiring more turf or restricting water-wise landscaping.
West Jordan FAQ
Which days can I water my lawn?
Jordan Valley Water assigns watering days based on address. Check jvwcd.org for your specific schedule. Watering outside your assigned days or during 10 AM–6 PM is prohibited.
Does West Jordan offer lawn replacement incentives?
Yes. Through JVWCD's Flip Your Strip and Localscapes Rewards programs, homeowners can receive up to $3/sq ft to convert grass to waterwise landscapes.
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