Water Use Rules in Collier County, FL (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Collier County, Florida.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Collier County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Recycled Water Rules
The Collier County Water-Sewer District delivers IQ Water, also called reclaimed or reuse water, to homes, golf courses and HOAs for irrigation instead of drinking water. Section 134-36 bans any cross-connection between that reclaimed system and the potable supply outright, and requires an approved backflow preventer on every property that receives IQ Water service.
Recycled Water Cross-Connection Rules in Collier County
Heavy RestrictionsCollier County Code Sec. 134-36
A.No Cross-connections shall be permitted. Any Cross-connection constitutes a violation of this Ordinance and shall be subject to fines and costs as identified in Ordinance No. 2001-73, as amended.B.On all properties where IQ Water service is provided, the public water supply shall be protected by an approved backflow protection device as specified in Ordinance No. 97-33, as amended.C.To determ...
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