Water restrictions in Westminster, CO — also called the watering schedule, outdoor irrigation rules, or drought ordinance — set which days and hours you can run sprinklers or irrigation.
Westminster enforces water conservation under local water provider rules. Watering days designated. CRS §37-60-126 protects xeriscaping from HOA bans.
Westminster follows local water provider conservation rules. Landscape watering typically restricted to designated days (often 2 to 3 per week) and times (before 10 AM or after 6 PM). Watering during rain prohibited. Runoff onto streets prohibited. Colorado’s prior appropriation water rights system makes conservation critical. CRS §37-60-126(11) prohibits HOAs from banning xeriscaping and drought-tolerant landscaping. Staged drought response plans impose stricter limits during dry periods.
Water waste: warning, then fines $50 to $500. Drought stage violations: escalating fines. Water surcharges possible.
Other ordinances people look up for this city. Green dot = verified primary-source excerpt.
Westminster, CO
Westminster prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and to...
Westminster, CO
Westminster regulates electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential and commercial properties. Building codes may require EV-ready parking in new ...
Westminster, CO
Westminster regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
Westminster, CO
Westminster requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Westminster, CO
Westminster requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
Westminster, CO
Westminster restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nui...
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in Adams County.
See how other cities in Adams County handle water restrictions.
See how Westminster's water restrictions rules stack up against other locations.
Quick Compare
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.