Water restrictions in Lakewood, CO — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Lakewood follows Denver Water guidelines for outdoor watering. Watering restrictions may apply during drought, including day-of-week schedules.
Lakewood is served primarily by Denver Water, which implements outdoor watering restrictions during drought conditions. Typical restrictions include assigned watering days based on address, limiting irrigation to certain hours, and prohibiting midday watering. During non-drought periods, water-wise landscaping is encouraged. The city promotes xeriscape and water conservation through education programs.
Violations of mandatory water restrictions result in warnings followed by fines.
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