Water restrictions in Harris County, TX — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Water restrictions in unincorporated Harris County depend on the water supplier. Many areas are served by MUDs (Municipal Utility Districts) that can impose mandatory watering schedules during droughts. Harris County itself does not set watering restrictions.
Harris County does not directly set outdoor watering restrictions for unincorporated areas. Water service in unincorporated Harris County is provided by various entities including Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs), Fresh Water Supply Districts, and private utilities. Each water supplier may impose its own drought restrictions and watering schedules. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) can require water conservation plans and mandate drought restrictions statewide. Many MUDs in Harris County implement staged drought response plans that restrict outdoor watering to specific days, times, or schedules. Property owners should check with their specific water supplier for current restrictions. Rainwater harvesting is legal and encouraged under TX Water Code §17.008 with no restrictions on residential collection.
Vary by water supplier. MUD violations may include fines, surcharges, and water service disconnection during severe drought. TCEQ enforcement for water waste.
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