The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) says these restrictions could vary but often include:
- Limitations on the hours of the day you may water
- Limitations on the number of days per week you may water
- Restrictions to automatic sprinklers or irrigation systems
- A complete ban on outdoor watering
There are about 160 cities and towns that have issued restrictions and a majority of them are mandatory. You can check the full list by clicking here.
Some other ways to help conserve water during these times include:
- Address leaks as soon as possible
- Conduct water audits on larger buildings and businesses to identify leaks and potential water conservation opportunities
- Minimize the size of where lawns are watered
- Harvest rainwater for outdoor watering
More information about outdoor water conservation can be found by clicking here.
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