Water restrictions in Jersey City, NJ — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Jersey City water is supplied by Jersey City Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) from the Pequannock/Wanaque watershed. Seasonal watering restrictions may apply during drought emergencies under NJ DEP authority. No year-round mandatory restrictions under normal conditions.
Jersey City Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) manages water supply. Water restrictions are imposed during drought conditions under the authority of the NJ Department of Environmental Protection. NJDEP drought declarations trigger mandatory restrictions that can include: no lawn watering except 2–3 days per week at specified times; no car washing except at commercial facilities; no pool filling or topping off. During critical drought emergencies, outdoor irrigation may be completely prohibited. Contact the Jersey City MUA at (201) 432-1150 for current restriction status. Water-efficient landscaping is encouraged. Xeriscape and native plant landscaping reduce irrigation needs.
Violating drought-mandated water restrictions: fine from MUA and potential water shutoff for repeat violations.
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