Citywide mandatory water conservation measures put into place

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities (DPU) Director Chris Beschler has announced the implementation of mandatory water conservation measures for all City of Richmond water customers. “This is a critical time for everyone to do their part to conserve water,” said Beschler. “All of us are the trustees of our environment, and we must […]

August 24, 2008; 6:30 PM • by North Richmond News

The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities (DPU) Director Chris Beschler has announced the implementation of mandatory water conservation measures for all City of Richmond water customers.

“This is a critical time for everyone to do their part to conserve water,” said Beschler. “All of us are the trustees of our environment, and we must take every step possible to conserve water for the sake of our community.”

The following mandatory water conservation requirements apply to City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities customers:

Established Landscape & Gardens

Monday – no watering

Odd property addresses water Tue, Thur and Sat

Even property addresses water Wed, Fri and Sun (Odd/Even designation is determined by last digit of address number)

Bucket watering (five gallon max. permitted anytime)

New Landscape

Unrestricted for first 10 days after planting, then limited to the “Established Landscape and Gardens” measures

Vegetable Gardens

Limited to any two days per week and between 8 p.m. and 10 a.m. on any day. Bucket watering is unrestricted

Vehicle Washing (Commercial Businesses Exempt)

Limited to two days per week using a hand-held hose with an automatic shut-off nozzle

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