Oak Park, IL Landscaping Rules: Water Restrictions (2026)

The Village of Oak Park receives its water from Lake Michigan through a regional water system. Under normal conditions, Oak Park does not impose permanent watering schedules or outdoor water use restrictions. However, the Village retains authority to implement temporary water restrictions during drought conditions, water main breaks, or regional supply emergencies. When restrictions are enacted, they typically follow an odd/even address system where residents with odd-numbered addresses water on odd-numbered days and even-numbered addresses on even days, with watering typically prohibited during peak hours (10 AM to 4 PM). The Village encourages voluntary water conservation practices year-round, including watering lawns in early morning or evening, using rain barrels, choosing drought-tolerant plantings, and maintaining irrigation systems to prevent waste. Illinois does not impose statewide watering restrictions but authorizes municipalities to implement local restrictions as needed. The Village Public Works Department issues water restriction notices when conditions warrant and may enforce restrictions through warnings and fines.