Water Use Rules in Miami-Dade County, FL (2026)

Fla. Stat. § 373.185 - Local Florida-friendly landscaping ordinances

“Florida-friendly landscaping” means quality landscapes that conserve water, protect the environment, are adaptable to local conditions, and are drought tolerant. The principles of such landscaping include planting the right plant in the right place, efficient watering, appropriate fertilization, mulching, attraction of wildlife, responsible management of yard pests, recycling yard waste, reduc...

Miami-Dade County Code § 32-154.1

All customers of properties using reclaimed water as an auxiliary source of water supply shall install an appropriate backflow preventer, as listed in Section 32-154(c) on the potable water service connection, immediately adjacent to the water meter serving the property. Existing customers must effect this installation before December 31, 2010. ... No reclaimed water shall be provided by the De...