Watering restrictions now in effect for CRD Electoral Areas
In accordance with Bylaw 4492, the following water restrictions are in effect for CRD Electoral Areas until further notice.
Stage 1 Watering Restrictions apply to the following water services:
Mandatory Stage 1 Watering Restrictions:
- Limit lawn watering to one day per week. Watering is only permitted between the hours of 4-10 am or 7-10 pm.
- Limit watering of trees, shrubs and vegetables with a sprinkler to one day a week between the hours of 4-10 am or 7-10 pm
- Only wash vehicles or boats using a container or hose with a shut-off valve
NOTE: Hand watering of trees, shrubs and vegetables with a container or a hose with a shut-off valve is permitted any day and time.
Stage 2 Watering Restrictions apply to the following water services:
NA: There are currently no systems at a Stage 2
Mandatory Stage 2 Watering Restrictions:
- Limit lawn watering to one day every two weeks. Watering is only permitted between the hours of 4-10 am or 7-10 pm
- Limit watering of trees, shrubs and vegetables with a sprinkler to one day a week between the hours of 4-10 am or 7-10 pm.
- Only wash vehicles or boats at a commercial car wash
The following use of water is prohibited during Stage 2:
- Washing of sidewalks, driveways, exterior windows and building surfaces (expect for the application of paving or painting or if required by law to comply with health and safety regulations)
- Filling of ornamental fountains
NOTE: Hand watering of trees, shrubs and vegetables with a container or a hose with a shut-off valve is permitted any day and time.
Stage 3 Watering Restrictions apply to the following water services:
Mandatory Stage 3 Watering Restrictions:
- Limit watering of trees, shrubs and vegetables to hand watering only with a container, a hose with a shut-off valve, or a micro-irrigation system one day per week between the hours of 4 -10 am only
The following use of water is prohibited during Stage 3:
- Watering lawns
- Washing vehicles or boats
- Washing of sidewalks, driveways, exterior windows and building surfaces
- Filling ornamental fountains, swimming pools, hot tubs and garden ponds
For tips on water conservation, visit
https://www.crd.bc.ca/education/water-conservation/at-home/water-conservation-facts.
If you have questions or concerns about water restrictions, please email: waterplanning@crd.bc.ca