Northglenn Water Restrictions 2026
Adams County · Colorado
Published:
Restrictions Active - Stage 2 Drought - Mandatory Restrictions Active
2
Days/Week
Before 10:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m.
Allowed Hours
$100 first offense / $250 repeat
Max Fine
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| Address Ending | Watering Day |
|---|---|
| Odd addresses | Wednesday & Saturday |
| Even addresses | Thursday & Sunday |
Allowed Watering Hours
Northglenn moved from Stage 1 voluntary to Stage 2 mandatory restrictions. The city council voted to trigger Stage 2 based on continued drought conditions and low reservoir projections. Violations are subject to fines. Stage 2 mandatory outdoor watering: 2 days/week, no 10am–6pm watering. Monitor northglenn.org for updates.
Still Allowed
💧 Hand Watering
Allowed with shut-off nozzle. Hours: Any time outside 10am–6pm with a shut-off nozzle.
🌿 Drip Irrigation
Exempt from day-of-week limits. Must follow allowed hours.
Fines & Enforcement
$100 first offense / $250 repeat
Stage 2 mandatory enforcement. First violation: $100. Repeat violations: $250. Northglenn has declared a more severe drought classification than Denver Water's Stage 1 given local reservoir conditions.
Citations begin April 22, 2026🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
Colorado law (HB 21-1229) protects homeowners from HOA fines for dormant lawns during drought restrictions.
If your homeowners association sends a violation notice for a dormant or brown lawn during the current restriction period, respond in writing citing the applicable law and include a copy of the Northglenn Water's current restriction order. Most HOAs will rescind the notice once they are made aware of the legal protections in place. If the issue persists, contact your county’s code enforcement division for assistance.
Why These Restrictions Exist
Northglenn declared a Stage 2 Drought in April 2026 following the worst South Platte Basin snowpack in recorded history. Northglenn draws water from Standley Lake and regional sources that depend heavily on mountain snowmelt. The city's Stage 2 classification is stricter than most Denver metro peers, Northglenn moved ahead of other Adams County cities on formal drought declaration.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Northglenn area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Northglenn Water Restrictions
5 tips tailored for Northglenn homeowners during Stage 2 Drought - Mandatory Restrictions Active restrictions.
Stage 2 means mandatory enforcement, fines apply for off-schedule watering. Program your controller now.
Odd: Wed + Sat; Even: Thu + Sun. No watering 10am–6pm any day.
Kentucky Bluegrass (dominant Northglenn grass) goes dormant under drought but recovers fully in fall.
Consider the city turf replacement rebate, check northglenn.org for current incentives.
Set controller to run before 7am on your days to maximize soil absorption before heat.
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