Logan, UT Landscaping Rules: Water Restrictions (2026)

The water shortage rule in Logan City, Utah is a trigger, not a schedule. Section 13.08.050 says that in the event of scarcity of water, whenever it shall in the judgment of the mayor be necessary, the use of water for other than domestic purposes can be limited to the extent required for the public good. The limitation is fixed by giving the public notice. The section does not name lawns, sprinklers, days of the week or hours; it reaches any use other than domestic, and the mayor decides the scope and duration through the notice.

Once a limitation is announced, it is unlawful for any person, by herself, himself, family, servants or agents, to violate it. The duty runs to households and anyone acting for them.

Several neighboring provisions in Chapter 13.08 shape how the limit is enforced. Under § 13.08.110 the superintendent or watermaster can turn off water from any premises upon any violation of the rules and regulations pertaining to the water supply. Section 13.08.180 makes it unlawful to waste water by defective valves, stops, joints or any other means, and allows the water to be cut off, in addition to the penalty, unless the person promptly pays the additional charges or fine imposed. Section 13.08.270 states that the deep water valve for automatic sprinklers is under the control of the private owner without any responsibility on the part of the city, so a sprinkler system problem is the owner's to fix.

Section 13.08.510 gives the city engineer and delegate emergency powers to halt connections or installations that threaten the operation of the city water system. The penalty is in § 13.08.500: a class B misdemeanor for each violation, with each ten days that a prohibited condition is maintained counting as a separate offense when not otherwise specified.