Lawn sprinklers, either underground or hose fed, must adhere to the following schedule:
- ODD NUMBERED HOMES: MON. & THURS.–6PM TO 8PM ONLY
- EVEN NUMBERED HOMES: TUES. & FRI.–6PM TO 8PM ONLY
NO lawn sprinklers, either underground or hose fed, may be used on the weekends.
Residents may use one hand held hose, fitted with a spray nozzle, without restriction.
Exemptions to this policy may be granted for newly installed lawns for up to 14 days.
Violators will be cited and subject to a surcharge on their next water bill. Violations will carry forward for three years.
1st offense – Warning
2nd offense – $50.00
3rd offense – $100.00
4th offense and subsequent offenses – $300.00
To request an exemption, to report water violations, or for any questions, call the Water Department: 781-784-1525 x2315
Hi – does this apply to drip irrigation of ornamental plants or vegetable gardens? Thanks.
Yes, drip irrigation is considered a sprinkler system, as opposed to a hand-held hose. For more information, contact DPW Superintendent, Eric Hooper at 781-784-1525 x2311