Arlington County, VA Landscaping Rules: Water Restrictions (2026)

Upon the adoption of an ordinance by the County Board declaring a water supply emergency, the County Manager is authorized to promulgate and implement, in writing, voluntary or mandatory water consumption restrictions or prohibitions necessary to preserve the ability of the County to provide adequate and acceptable levels of potable water to preserve the public health, safety, and welfare. Water restrictions or prohibitions promulgated by the County Manager may include, but shall not be limited to, restriction or prohibition of one (1) or more of the following activities: A. Watering of shrubbery, trees, lawns, grass, plants, or other vegetation;