The purpose of this article is to provide for the conservation
and protection of water and water resources for the use of the inhabitants
of the Township whenever any conditions exist which threaten, endanger,
impede or reduce the plentiful supply of water in the Township, thereby
promoting the public health, comfort, safety and welfare of the inhabitants
of the Township.
All residents and businesses are urged to observe voluntary
indoor conservation measures.
A. In addition to the restrictions set forth in Article
VI, the following use restrictions may be imposed in the emergency declaration:
(1) The watering of all plant growth;
(2) The washing of vehicles, except for emergency vehicles and by a commercial
enterprise whose primary function is car washing, regardless of whether
the operation is mobile or stationary or in those instances where
a threat to public health may exist;
(3) The washing of streets, driveways, sidewalks, decks, patios or paved
areas;
(4) The serving of water in restaurants, clubs, or eating places unless
specifically requested by patrons;
(5) The use of fire hydrants by fire companies for testing fire apparatus
and for Fire Department drills except as the Township Fire Chief deems
necessary in the interest of public safety;
(6) The use of fire hydrants by municipal road departments, contractors,
and all others, except as necessary for firefighting or protection
purposes;
(7) The use of water for all outdoor recreational purposes;
(8) The washing of outside of dwellings, buildings, or other structures,
except windows;
(9) The operation of any ornamental fountain or other structure making
a similar use of water except as necessary to preserve or support
fish and aquatic life; and
(10)
Any other water use activity specified by the declaration which
is reasonable under the circumstances considering the nature and extent
of the water emergency.
B. Any water use restriction imposed pursuant to this article may apply
to users served by a private-owned well(s), if necessary.
C. Nothing in this section shall be read so as to prohibit, restrict
or limit water usage where a bona fide health emergency exists.
After a warning for a first offense, any person or business that thereafter violates this article shall be subject to the penalties in accordance with Chapter
66, Penalties for Code Violations.