Water restrictions in Sonora, CA — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Water restrictions in Sonora follow California's Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and Tuolumne Utilities District rules. TUD manages water and sewer service at 209-532-5536. State law prohibits banning drought-tolerant landscaping.
California's MWELO (Title 23 Code of Regulations) applies to new and renovated landscapes over 500 square feet. AB 1881 (Water Conservation in Landscaping Act) and AB 1572 (banning irrigating non-functional turf with potable water for commercial properties) apply statewide. California Government Code section 65595 prohibits cities from banning drought-tolerant landscaping. The Tuolumne Utilities District at 209-532-5536 manages water and sewer service for Sonora and may impose seasonal watering restrictions during drought conditions.
Water district violations may result in surcharges or service restrictions. State MWELO violations for new development are enforced through the building permit process.
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Sonora regulates leaf blower use under its general noise provisions and construction equipment hours. Gas-powered blowers must comply with California AB 1346...
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Sonora enforces California Building Code requirements for swimming pool barriers. All residential pools and spas must have compliant fencing or barriers at l...
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Fence construction in Sonora may require a building permit under Municipal Code Title 15.10. Standard fences under 6 feet typically do not require a permit p...
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Sonora regulates fence heights under Municipal Code Section 17.50.010 (height and space requirements). Limits vary by zoning district including R-1, R-2, R-3...
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