Remember the 2-6-8-10 Plan!

On May 5, 2015, City Council approved activation of Level 2 water requirements due to the severity of the drought and to meet the new state regulations.

The Conservation Ordinance applies to the entire City regardless of retail water supplier.

Level 2 -Water Use Requirements and Regulations:

• Calls for up to 30 percent water use reduction
• No outside watering from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Outdoor watering limited to two days a week for 10 minutes per area or irrigation station
• Fix all leaks within four days
• No watering 48 hours after rain event
• Certain restrictions on filling and refilling of pools, spas and ponds
• Provides for administrative rules to implement the ordinance

Permanent Requirements In Effect at all Times:

• No excessive runoff from outdoor watering
• No washing of exterior surfaces
• No washing of vehicles with “open hose”
• All water features must have a re-circulating system

For more information on restrictions and regulations, visit this Torrance Public Works webpage.

Remember the 2-6-8-10 Plan!
2 Days a week
6 PM – 8 AM Watering Times
10 Minutes/area (watering station)
Water is a limited and valuable resource. Use it wisely and conserve for tomorrow.

Water Conservation Tips for the Home:

• Check faucets, pipes, and toilets for leaks
• Install water-saving shower heads and low-flow faucet aerators
• Take shorter showers
• Turn off the water after you wet your toothbrush
• Use your dishwasher and clothes washer for only full loads

Water Conservation Tips for the Yard and Garden:

• Plant drought-resistant lawns, shrubs and plants
• Water your lawn only when it needs it
• Don’t run the hose while washing your car
• Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks

Click here for a list of 100+ WATER USE IT WISELY conservation tips.