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New Port Richey, FL Water Use Rules: Recycled Water Rules (2026)

Significant Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Governing law
New Port Richey City Code § 24-57
Potable irrigation ban
within 100 ft of reclaimed lines
Well ban
new/rehab wells within 100 ft
Max penalty
$500 civil citation
Administered by
City Manager / Public Works Director

Summary

New Port Richey bans potable-water irrigation and new irrigation wells within 100 feet of reclaimed water lines, pushing properties near the reclaimed system onto it instead.

(c) The use of potable water for irrigation through new or existing second meters on property where reclaimed water distribution facilities are located within one hundred (100) feet of the property line is prohibited. (d) The installation of new irrigation wells or the rehabilitation of existing irrigation wells where reclaimed water distribution facilities are located within one hundred (100) feet of the proposed or existing wells is prohibited.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 68).

Full Breakdown

New Port Richey's Code of Ordinances § 24-57 prohibits using potable water for irrigation through new or existing second meters on any property where reclaimed water distribution facilities lie within 100 feet of the property line, and separately bars installing new irrigation wells or rehabilitating existing ones within 100 feet of those same reclaimed facilities. New turf facilities are required to use reclaimed water for irrigation where feasible under § 24-53(e), and the city manager administers the whole reclaimed water division under § 24-48, with the director authorized to inspect properties for compliance under § 24-58.

Violations & Fines

Violating the reclaimed water division is enforced under § 24-63: pursuant to F.S. §§ 162.21 and 162.0415, violators are subject to citation and a civil penalty up to $500. The city may also discontinue reclaimed water service under § 24-55(f) for infractions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I irrigate with potable water if reclaimed lines are nearby?
No. § 24-57(c) bans using potable water for irrigation through second meters when reclaimed water distribution facilities sit within 100 feet of the property line.
Can I drill a new irrigation well in New Port Richey?
Not within 100 feet of reclaimed water facilities, § 24-57(d) prohibits installing new wells or rehabilitating existing ones in that buffer zone.
What happens if I violate the reclaimed water rules?
The city can cite you with a civil penalty up to $500 under § 24-63 and may discontinue your reclaimed water service under § 24-55(f).

Sources & Official References

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