Water restrictions in Westerville, OH — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Westerville has its own municipal water system and generally does not impose year-round watering restrictions. Voluntary conservation may be requested during drought. No mandatory odd-even watering schedule in normal conditions.
Westerville Division of Water operates a municipal water system drawing from Alum Creek and city wells. Unlike Columbus-served suburbs, Westerville maintains independent water supply. No routine watering restrictions apply. During severe drought declared by the Ohio EPA or city, voluntary or mandatory conservation may be implemented including odd-even day watering. Commercial large-volume users may face surcharges during peak demand.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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