Utility Services
Water Use RestrictionsWater use restrictions were implemented in 2003 to help conserve water and protect the future of our water resources. The following water use restrictions are defined by the Henderson Municipal Code Title 14.14. The following paragraphs offer a summary of rules that apply to the majority of customers, but there may be some exceptions to the rules below. Please see the complete water conservation ordinance, or contact the Conservation Team at (702) 267-5950 if you have any questions.
Mandatory
Landscape Watering Guidelines
Residential and commercial landscape irrigation is restricted to a certain
number of days per week based on the season. All customers are assigned to a
watering group, labeled A, B, C, D or E, which defines what day(s) of the week
landscape irrigation is allowed. Watering group assignments are based on the
customer's location address.
Watering between the hours of 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. from May 1 through September 30 is not allowed (this is also referred to as a time-of-day restriction).
Watering by hand (you must physically be present) using a container, or positive shut-off nozzle on your hose, is allowed any day of the week.
Authorization to spray irrigate new or re-seeded turf must be obtained prior to irrigating on restricted days. Exemptions are limited to one per year per address, and are valid from a period of thirty-days from the date of planting, installation, or re-seeding. Requests must be submitted in writing or via Contact Henderson - Conservation/Water Waste, by fax at (702) 267-5951, or by mail to the following address. Time-of-day restrictions still apply.
City of Henderson
Department of Utility Services, Water Conservation
PO Box 95050 MSC 815
Henderson, NV 89009-5050
Landscape Material Restrictions and Turf Installation
The
installation of new turf in residential front yards, common areas, medians and
non-residential developments is prohibited in most cases, regardless of building
permit issue date.
Turf
installation in side and rear yards is limited to 50% or less of the total
square footage of the landscaped area.
If you currently have water-efficient landscaping in your front yard, you are not allowed to replace that landscaping with turf. To determine how turf installation restrictions may apply to you, contact the Conservation Section at (702) 267-5950 or at Contact Henderson - Conservation/Water Waste.
Clark County prohibits residents from planting oleanders, fruiting olive trees, and fruiting maple trees.
Mist Systems
Mist cooling systems may
only be operated between May 1 and September 30. The use of mist cooling
systems for animal safety are not restricted, and are allowed at any time of the
year.
Vehicle and Surface Washing
Use of a commercial car wash that recycles its water is
recommended for washing personal vehicles. Visit
www.snwa.com to print a coupon towards your next commercial car wash. Personal
vehicle washing at home is limited to one time per week, and the use of a
positive shut-off nozzle is required. Washing of
equipment, buildings and surfaces, such as sidewalks and
driveways, is not allowed. The use of a broom is recommended.
Ornamental Fountains and Water Features
The operation of fountains or water features requires a Water
Feature Exemption from the City, and payment of an annual fee. Associated
fees will be dispersed to the department's water conservation budget to fund
educational programming. To determine if you may operate a fountain or water
feature, contact the Conservation Section at (702) 267-5950 or
Contact Henderson - Conservation/Water Waste.
Operation of a residential fountain or water feature with a surface area of less
than 25 square feet is not restricted.
Swimming Pools and Spas
Public and private
swimming pools are not restricted in their water use.
However, when draining pool or spa, all water must be drained into the sanitary sewer system
through a clean out port located on your property.
Draining pool or spa water into the street is considered water waste and may
result in an administrative fine. Draining pool or spa water into a manhole is
considered illegal dumping.
Use of a
pool cover is recommended, and can reduce water evaporation by up to 50%. Visit
www.snwa.com to print a coupon towards the purchase of a pool cover.
Golf Course Water Budgets
Outdoor water use
on Henderson golf courses is restricted to an annual water budget of 6.3 acre
feet per irrigated acre. Water used in excess of the annual water budget will
incur a surcharge. The majority of water used to irrigate Henderson golf courses is
reclaimed water, or cleaned and highly treated wastewater.