Water restrictions in La Porte, TX — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
La Porte enforces water conservation through its drought contingency plan under Chapter 110 (Utilities) of the city code. During declared drought stages, outdoor watering is restricted to designated days and times. The city receives water from the City of Houston and implements tiered restrictions based on supply conditions. Violations during mandatory stages carry fines up to $2,000 per offense.
La Porte regulates outdoor water use through a multi-stage drought contingency plan codified in the city's utilities chapter. The city purchases treated water from the City of Houston and is subject to supply restrictions imposed by Houston's drought response. Stage 1 (Voluntary Conservation) encourages reducing outdoor watering to twice per week and avoiding irrigation between 10 AM and 6 PM. Stage 2 (Mandatory Restrictions) limits landscape irrigation to two days per week based on address (odd/even), prohibits watering between 10 AM and 6 PM, and requires automatic shutoff nozzles on hoses. Stage 3 (Severe Shortage) reduces watering to once per week and prohibits filling swimming pools, ornamental fountains, and washing vehicles at residences. Stage 4 (Emergency) prohibits all outdoor water use except for health and safety. Hand watering of foundations and newly installed landscaping with a handheld hose equipped with a shutoff nozzle is generally permitted through Stage 3. Drip irrigation systems face fewer restrictions than sprinkler systems. The city manager or designee declares drought stages based on supply notifications from the City of Houston or emergency conditions.
Stage 1 violations receive written warnings. Stage 2 violations carry fines from $100 to $500 per offense. Stage 3 violations carry fines from $250 to $2,000 per offense. Stage 4 violations carry fines up to $2,000 per offense and may result in installation of a flow-restrictor on the water meter. Repeat violators during any mandatory stage may have water service restricted or disconnected. Each day of continued violation constitutes a separate offense.
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