Water restrictions in Baytown, TX — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Baytown enforces mandatory water conservation measures under Chapter 98 (Utilities) of the city code. During drought conditions declared by the city manager, outdoor watering is restricted to designated days and times. Violations during Stage 3 or Stage 4 drought restrictions carry fines up to $2,000 per day. The city follows the Gulf Coast Water Authority supply guidelines.
Baytown regulates outdoor water use through its drought contingency plan codified in Chapter 98 of the Baytown Code of Ordinances. The city receives water from the Gulf Coast Water Authority and implements a tiered drought response system. Stage 1 (Voluntary Conservation) encourages limiting outdoor watering to twice per week and avoiding watering between 10 AM and 6 PM. Stage 2 (Mandatory Restrictions) limits landscape irrigation to two designated days per week based on address, prohibits watering between 10 AM and 6 PM, and bans car washing with hoses without automatic shutoff nozzles. Stage 3 (Critical Shortage) reduces watering to one day per week and prohibits filling ornamental fountains and swimming pools. Stage 4 (Emergency) bans all outdoor water use. Hand watering of foundations and new landscaping with a handheld hose with shutoff nozzle is generally permitted during Stages 1-3. Drip irrigation and soaker hoses face fewer restrictions than sprinkler systems. Commercial car washes using recycled water are exempt. The city manager may declare drought stages based on supply conditions from the Gulf Coast Water Authority or Trinity River Authority.
Stage 1 violations receive written warnings. Stage 2 violations carry fines of $250 to $500 per offense. Stage 3 violations range from $500 to $2,000 per day. Stage 4 violations carry fines up to $2,000 per day and may result in water service restriction with a flow-restrictor device installed at the meter. Repeat offenders may face disconnection of water service.
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