Water restrictions in Annapolis, MD — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Annapolis participates in the Anne Arundel County water system. Outdoor irrigation restrictions activate during drought or water emergency declarations. Chesapeake Bay-friendly landscaping with native plants and rain gardens is strongly encouraged.
Annapolis's water supply comes from the Anne Arundel County water system (Baltimore-area watershed). During drought advisory, watch, or warning periods declared by the county or state, outdoor irrigation restrictions are imposed. Odd/even day watering schedules, time-of-day restrictions (no midday watering), and watering bans for non-essential uses may apply. The Chesapeake Bay Critical Area regulations require Bay-friendly landscaping within 1,000 feet of tidal waters — native plants, rain gardens, and reduced impervious surfaces. The city participates in the county's Bay restoration credit programs for rain garden installation.
Violation of drought restrictions: warning, then fines. Irrigation in Critical Area buffer without approval: MDE enforcement.
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