Water restrictions in West Covina, CA β also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance β set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
West Covina water restrictions follow MWELO and local water district rules. New landscapes over 500 sq ft must meet Maximum Applied Water Allowance. CA Gov Code Section 65595 protects drought-tolerant landscaping.
West Covina is served by 8 water companies: City of Azusa Light and Water, City of Covina Water, Rowland Water District, San Gabriel Valley Water Company, Suburban Water Systems, Valencia Heights Water Company, Valley County Water District, and Walnut Valley Water District. Each has its own watering schedule. The city adopted the State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) for new and rehabilitated projects. Landscape areas must minimize water waste, runoff, and overspray. Plant species must be climate-appropriate and drought-tolerant. Water suppliers may fine up to $500/day for water waste violations.
Water suppliers enforce restrictions with fines up to $500/day. Contact your water provider for specific schedule.
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