Lehi, UT Landscaping Rules: Water Restrictions (2026)
Water restrictions in Lehi, UT, also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance, set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Key Facts
- Irrigation Season
- April 15–October 15
- Phase 3
- Twice weekly maximum
- Smart Irrigation
- Required for new work
- State Rebates
- Lehi qualifies
Summary
Lehi uses a phased water shortage management plan. Phase 3 limits watering to twice weekly. Secondary irrigation season is April 15–October 15. Smart controllers and drip irrigation required for new landscaping. New sod/seed may be exempted during establishment.
Irrigation Season is April 15 – October 15 per Ordinance #11-2022, passed February 22, 2022. The city encourages residents to delay watering until May 1st to maximize conservation efforts. Lehi is currently operating under Phase 2 of its Water Shortage Management Plan, which applies to all persons, customers, and property utilizing water provided by the Lehi City Water Division. Exceptions: new seed or sod may continue to be watered; trees and shrubs requiring water should be irrigated with a hose.
Full Breakdown
Lehi City Ordinance #11-2022 restricts secondary (irrigation) water system use to April 15–October 15. The city's phased water shortage management plan escalates restrictions during drought: Phase 1 (encourage conservation), Phase 2 (no consecutive-day watering), Phase 3 (twice weekly maximum, no hard-surface washing). New sod and seed have watering exceptions during establishment; trees and shrubs may be watered by hose. Drip irrigation or bubblers are required for non-lawn areas. Smart irrigation controllers with rain-delay are required for new landscaping projects. Lehi has adopted water-efficient landscaping standards qualifying it for state and Central Utah Water Conservancy District rebate programs.
Violations & Fines
Phase restriction violations carry fines for repeat offenders.
Frequently Asked Questions
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