Utility Services
Water Use RestrictionsAs part of the Southern Nevada Water Authority's Drought Plan adopted by the City of Henderson in 2003, restrictions for water use were implemented 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.
Mandatory
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
irrigation is allowed. Watering between the hours of 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. from May
1 through September 30 is not allowed.
Landscaping and Turf Installation
The
installation of turf in residential front yards is prohibited in most cases.
Housing developments with a building permit approved on or later than August 1,
2003 are prohibited from the installation of new turf in front yards after the
declaration of Drought Alert on January 1, 2004. Turf
installation in side and rear yards is limited to 50% or less of the total
square footage. If
you currently have desert landscaping, you may not be allowed to replace that
landscaping with turf. To determine how turf installation restrictions may apply
to you, contact the Customer Care Center at (702) 267-5900 or
cohutil@cityofhenderson.com. The installation of turf is prohibited in
new non-residential development.
For more information or ideas on drought tolerant landscaping, visit Acacia Demonstration Gardens, or view the City of Henderson Plant List utilized by the Parks & Recreation Department. You are prohibited from planting oleanders, fruiting olive trees, and fruiting maple trees.
Vehicle and Surface Washing
A personal
vehicle may be washed at home but is limited to one time per week and the use of a positive shut-off nozzle is
required. Use of a commercial car wash that recycles its water is
recommended. Visit
www.snwa.com to print a coupon towards your next commercial car wash. Washing of building and horizontal surfaces, such as sidewalks and
driveways, is not allowed. The use of a broom is recommended.
Fountains and Water Features
Operation of residential fountains and water features with a surface area of 25 square
feet or
less is allowed. Operation of fountains or water features greater than 25 square
feet requires the submission of an application to the City, and may need to meet
turf removal requirements. To determine if you may operate a fountain or water
feature, contact the Customer Care Center at (702) 267-5900 or
cohutil@cityofhenderson.com.
Mist Systems
Residential use of a mist system
is allowed only for animal safety. Commercial use of a mist system is restricted to the months of June, July and
August between noon and 10 p.m.
Swimming Pools and Spas
Public and private
swimming pools are not restricted in their water use.
However, all pool and spa water must be drained into the sanitary sewer system.
Draining pool or spa water into the street is considered water waste. 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 by an annual water budget to 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.