Water Use Rules in Nassau County, FL (2026)
3 rules for unincorporated Nassau County, Florida.
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Turf Replacement Rebates
Nassau County's landscaping code asks new development to design with xeriscape principles: watering zones grouped by need, at least half of vehicular-area plantings drought tolerant, and turf grass consolidated to areas that actually get foot traffic or serve erosion control, though the code words these as recommendations rather than a hard cap.
Xeriscape and Turf Standards, Nassau County
Light RestrictionsNassau County Land Development Code § 37.05.H
Xeriscaping (waterwise) is landscaping that conserves water and protects the environment and is adaptable to local conditions and which are drought tolerant. ... Fifty percent (50%) of the plants used in all vehicular use area landscape designs should be drought tolerant and located in groupings according to zones designated by the water requirements. ... Turf grass areas should be consolidated...
Recycled Water Rules
In unincorporated Nassau County, Sec. 30¾-38 requires new or redeveloped property to connect to Nassau Amelia Utilities' water and wastewater system before occupancy, and it bans a private irrigation well wherever reclaimed water is already available. Owners must irrigate with the utility's reclaimed supply instead of drilling a well once reclaimed service reaches their property, though homesteaded residential connections can qualify for financial assistance.
Reclaimed Water and Well Rules, Nassau County
Significant RestrictionsNassau County Code § 30¾-38
(a)Upon development, redevelopment, or expansion of any property with available water and/or wastewater services, the property shall be connected to the county or district's available water and/or wastewater system prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the property. ... (c)It is unlawful for any person to construct, install or repair an onsite potable water well, except for an...
Leak Reporting Duty
In unincorporated Nassau County, Nassau Amelia Utilities (NAU) is not responsible for detecting or reporting leaks on the customer's side of the water meter. Customers who repair a private-side leak can request a bill adjustment under NAU's rules and regulations, Sec. 30¾-28(t), but the credit is capped, tied to a 12-month usage average, and requires proof of repair.
Water Leak Billing Adjustments in Nassau County
Some RestrictionsNassau County Code § 30¾-28
In the event of a leak in the customer's private plumbing, an adjustment for the water leaked may be requested pursuant to the following conditions:(1)The leak must be repaired by a licensed plumber or an irrigation specialist and a copy of the bill must be submitted along with a letter requesting the adjustment. ... (6)Sewer adjustments will be given to residential customers only when the twel...
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