Proposed Emergency Rule: Drip Irrigation Only

PENDING BOARD APPROVAL

Drip Irrigation Only is currently allowed Contact the TKPOA Office (530) 542-6444 for the current status

P R O P O S E D E M E R G E N C Y R U L E

TAHOE KEYS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION TAHOE KEYS WATER COMPANY

The TKWC is issuing an Emergency Rule Change to allow landscape irrigation for all water serviced properties and commercial customers. This includes Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) Common Areas, all Cove Townhome landscaping, all single-family home landscaping, and commercial water customer properties landscaping.

SECTION 10

WATER CONSERVATION RULES

10.1 Irrigation Limits. Irrigation shall be calibrated and scheduled to deliver no more than the following:

April 1 – June 1 and September 1 – October 31: 1.0 inches per week (2 times a week)

June 1 – August 31: 1.5 inches per week (3 times a week)

10.2 Irrigation Scheduling. Subject to the exemptions below, landscape irrigation is permitted only on designated irrigation days, as designated in Schedule A (Attached):

10.3 Exemptions from Irrigation Schedule.

No exceptions to irrigation schedule for new plant material (including new turf).

10.4 Prohibited Activities. No owner, nor an owner’s tenant, contractor, employee or agent may engage in any of the following activities:

Irrigation is prohibited on Memorial Day Weekend, July Fourth Weekend, and Labor Day Weekend. Allowing water to flow over the ground surface or from sprinklers onto surfaces that are not able to absorb water or onto neighboring properties.

Use of a hose without an automatic shut-off nozzle.

Use of water to wash sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, tennis courts, decks, patios, or other improved areas.

Any activity prohibited by federal, state, or local law or regulation.