In an effort to address the state’s ongoing water shortage conditions, the City of Rolling Hills Estates enacted water conservation measures that apply to all residents and businesses in the City, as follows:
- Lawns shall not be watered between the hours of 10:00 am and 4:00 pm.
- All water fountains must use re-circulated or recycled water.
- Irrigation of lawns or landscaped areas to the point where excess water runs into the street or storm drains is prohibited.
- Leaks and other malfunctions in plumbing must be fixed immediately, but not later than 72 hours after notification by the City.
- Sidewalks, driveways, patios and other areas may only be cleaned or washed using a hand-held bucket or hose equipped with a positive action quick release shut off nozzle.
- Vehicles may only be washed using a hand-held bucket or hose equipped with a positive action quick release shut off nozzle.
- Restaurants may only serve water upon request.
- Restaurants that require washing or cleaning of the kitchen or dining room area flooring shall do so using a hand-held bucket and mop or a “waterbroom” device.
In addition to these water conservation measures, additional restrictions will be required if drought conditions worsen and the Water Shortage Response Level is raised by City Council.
Ordinance No. 650 - Establishing a Water Shortage & Water Conservation Management Plan
Resolution No. 2189 - Implementing Water Shortage Response Level 1
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