Stage 2 Watering restrictions come into effect May 2
Changes in watering restrictions this year
Stage 1 watering restrictions start April 1, and consist of night-time watering only, between the hours of 7:00 pm and 7:00 am, any day of the week.
Stage 2 will run from May 1 to September 30. Even numbered addresses can water even days of the month; odd numbered addresses can water odd days of the month, for two hours only, between 7:00 am and 10:00 am OR between 7:00 pm and 10:00 pm.
Vegetable gardens and fruit trees are exempt from restrictions. Vegetable watering and drip irrigation are exempt from restrictions. Exemptions
for businesses which require water for operations, essential municipal playing
fields and nurseries are also exempt, to minimize economic impact while
conserving. This helps avoid challenges in applying the bylaw.
Visit www.teamwatersmart.ca for an interactive map, a list of frequently asked questions and watering restriction stage in each area of the region.
"The new watering restrictions are part of the City’s waterworks bylaw. While the new restrictions are defined the same way across the region there are changes for Nanaimo's residents especially with Stage 1 starting on April 1. There may be an adjustment, but we are confident that the clearer rules will make for a smooth transition." - Bill Sims City of Nanaimo