Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) may impose mandatory water use restrictions during drought conditions, including limits on outdoor irrigation days and times, prohibitions on watering within 48 hours of rain, and bans on water runoff into streets. Current stage and restrictions are posted at ccwater.com. Violations may result in fines.
Martinez follows State Water Resources Control Board permanent conservation mandates and local water district rules. Landscape watering is restricted to designated days and times (typically before 9 AM or after 6 PM). Runoff onto sidewalks and streets is prohibited statewide. Watering during and 48 hours after rain is prohibited. New landscaping over 500 sq ft must comply with California’s Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO), requiring water budgets and drought-tolerant plants. During drought emergencies, the State Water Board may impose additional mandatory reductions.
Water waste: warning, then fines $100 to $500. Drought violations: escalating fines. Water district may impose surcharges.
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