Outdoor watering and irrigation is strictly prohibited between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Handheld watering by hose and watering canister during this time is allowed but not encouraged.
[Added 4-8-2008 by Ord. No. 445[1]]
The following activities shall be considered wasteful use of water and are strictly prohibited:
A.
Any watering, irrigation or other use of water which results in runoff from the property onto adjacent properties or onto public or private roadways including into the municipal storm sewer system.
B.
Failing to repair a leak, including a broken sprinkler head, a leaking valve, or a leaking faucet.
C.
Operating a permanently installed irrigation system with a broken head or emitter, or with a head that is spraying water onto a street, parking lot, or sidewalk.
D.
Washing of cars, boats, campers, windows, and the like, except when the hose is equipped with a flow-restricting device such as a trigger nozzle.
[Added 5-14-2002 by Ord. No. 358]
A.
During a period of drought or other circumstances that limit the Town's water supply, the Town Council shall have the power to impose restrictions on water usage, including watering lawns, gardens and other vegetation, filling pools, washing cars or limitation, restriction or prohibition of other water uses as determined necessary by the Council. Any such restrictions shall be enacted by resolution of the Council. After enactment, the restrictions may be lifted by a majority vote of the Council.
B.
Violation of the restrictions shall be a municipal infraction. The first violation shall result in a fine of $25. The second violation shall result in a fine of $100. The third and subsequent violations shall result in a fine of $250, with each occurrence constituting a separate violation. Repeated violation shall serve as cause for discontinuance of water service in accordance with § 132-26.
C.
Any and all restrictions on water use shall apply equally to all customers of the municipal water system, including those customers residing outside the municipal limits. In any instance where a fine is not paid within 30 days or where a municipal fine cannot be imposed, the Town shall have the right to discontinue service.