Water restrictions in Albany County, NY — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Albany Water Department serves the City of Albany from Alcove and Basic Reservoirs. No standing countywide restrictions. Voluntary conservation requested during NYSDEC drought watches. Suburban towns on separate systems.
Albany Water Board manages municipal supply. During drought advisories, the Water Department issues voluntary conservation requests for lawn watering and car washing. Mandatory restrictions only during declared drought emergencies. Towns outside city use town water districts or private wells. Contact Albany County at (518) 447-7040 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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