Originally Posted by JoMar (Post 1403509)

Correct me if I have this wrong but the water restrictions for irrigation which does not come from the Aquifer. If there is a surcharge it will be on potable water since that does come from the aquifer. Our irrigation water comes from ponds, run off, potties etc.? Looking at those areas it's pretty evident the water levels are down. Also, if they do a surcharge that isn't a penalty so if someone wanted to continue to water at the existing usage rate and were willing to pay the surcharge there would be no incentive for them to change their usage.

Originally Posted by NoMoSno (Post 1403113)

Short time, frequent watering, produces a shallow root system. Not good for drought conditions.

Originally Posted by e-flyer (Post 1403646)

Most have different types of sprinklers throughout the yard that require longer run times (rotors require 2x as much time), so a flat 10 mins per zone may not work. Adjust as necessary if you use the everyday approach. Will they limit the watering on the golf courses as well, I wonder if they are exempt?

Originally Posted by Chatbrat (Post 1402866)

In the paper, it stated that starting June 5-Aug 1--watering of lawns in Sumter, Marion & Fruitland Park will be restricted to 1 day a week between 6pm -8pm

How many minutes will we be allowed to water on the allocated day & what day will we be allowed to water

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 1403752)

Apparently the water restriction will be voluntary if you use reclaimed water for irrigation. I think this will apply to most homes in The Villages located south of Route 466.

Originally Posted by biker1 (Post 1403754)

The actual language is as follows:

Reclaimed Water
Reclaimed water remains subject to voluntary watering hours, unless blended with another water source or restricted by the local government or utility.

Do you know for a fact that there are no restrictions by the local government or utility?

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 1403805)

I'm not certain of anything except death and taxes. But, I have looked at the Sumter County website and several of the local jurisdiction websites, and they are pretty consistent to exempt reclaimed water from mandatory water usage.

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 1403820)

Well, if you live in a city or other local jurisdiction, they will need to inform you of their specific rules and mandates. Otherwise, I would think that the county rules will prevail. But, it makes sense that water that is reused without being reprocessed should be available to water your lawn.