Water Restrictions

Santa Fe County enters into Stage 3 Water Restrictions

Santa Fe County
Stage 2
Water Emergency Rules
Mandatory Water Use Restrictions

1. 3 Days per Week Outdoor Watering Restrictions:
   
   • Odd-addresses: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturdays
   • Even-addresses:Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays
2. No new turf seed or sod may be planted
3. Water is Not Allowed to Leave Intended Irrigated Area or off property
4. Washing Hard Surfaces (e.g. patios, driveways, etc.) is Prohibited
5. Vehicle Washing at Residences is Prohibited
6. Only Recirculating Ornamental Fountains, Pools and Spas Allowed
7. Water Use Violation Fees:
   • Violating the restrictions described above and other restriction results in citations:
   • 1st Citation: $20; 2nd Citation: $50; 3rd and subsequent Citations: $100
   • Water service may be disconnected for repeat violators.

Santa Fe County
Stage 3
Water Emergency Rules
Mandatory Water Use Restrictions

1. Vehicle Washing at Residences is Prohibited
   Vehicle washing at commercial car washes is limited to once per month
2. One Day per Week Outdoor Watering Restriction
   • Odd-addresses: Tuesdays
   • Even-addresses: Fridays
3. No new turf seed or sod may be planted
4. All swimming pools must be covered when not in use
5. The use of ornamental fountains is prohibited
6. Lodging facilities shall not change the sheets and towels more than once every four days for guests staying more than one night
7. Water Use Violation Fees
   • Violating the restrictions described above and other restrictions results in fees being placed on the customer’s water bill.
   • 1st Violation: $20 2nd Violation: $50 3rd Violation: $100 4th+ Violations: $200
   • Water service may be suspended for repeat violators