Water Restrictions: White Plains vs Yonkers
How do water restrictions rules compare between White Plains, NY and Yonkers, NY?
White Plains and Yonkers have similar restriction levels.
White Plains, NY
Westchester County
White Plains is served by Westchester Joint Water Works and New York City DEP water. Drought-stage restrictions apply when declared by NYC DEP or Westchester County.
View full White Plains rules →Yonkers, NY
Westchester County
Yonkers Water Bureau customers follow NYC DEP / Westchester drought rules. Year-round conservation encouraged; mandatory restrictions imposed during declared droughts.
View full Yonkers rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | White Plains | Yonkers |
|---|---|---|
| Water Source | NYC DEP/WJWW | NYC watershed |
| Normal | No day schedule | - |
| Drought Warning | Odd/even days | - |
| Drought Emergency | Mandatory ban | - |
| Utility | - | Yonkers Water Bureau |
| Routine Restrictions | - | None mandatory |
| Drought Rules | - | Per NYS DEC stages |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
White Plains FAQ
Are there lawn watering restrictions in White Plains?
Not typically. Restrictions are triggered only when NYC DEP or Westchester County declares a drought watch, warning, or emergency. Check current status on the city and NYC DEP websites.
Where does White Plains get its drinking water?
From the NYC DEP reservoir system and Kensico Reservoir, delivered through Westchester Joint Water Works.
How does the odd/even lawn watering rule work in Westchester?
During a declared drought warning, odd-numbered addresses water on odd calendar days and even-numbered addresses water on even days.
Yonkers FAQ
Can I water my lawn anytime in Yonkers?
Generally yes, outside of declared drought periods. During NYS DEC drought warnings, odd/even day or time-of-day restrictions may apply.
Where does Yonkers get its water?
From the NYC Catskill/Delaware watershed, delivered to customers by the Yonkers Water Bureau.
Who declares drought restrictions for Yonkers?
NYS DEC issues drought watch, warning, and emergency stages; Westchester County may also issue advisories.
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