Indianapolis Water Restrictions 2026
Marion County · Indiana
Published:
Restrictions Active - Permanent Seasonal Odd/Even (May–September)
2
Days/Week
Before 10:00 AM
Allowed Hours
$50 first · $100 second
Max Fine
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| Address Ending | Watering Day |
|---|---|
| Odd | Tuesday & Saturday |
| Even | Wednesday & Sunday |
Allowed Watering Hours
No outdoor irrigation between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM from May 1 through September 30.
Still Allowed
💧 Hand Watering
Allowed with shut-off nozzle. Hours: Any day with a shut-off nozzle.
🌿 Drip Irrigation
Exempt from day-of-week limits. Must follow allowed hours.
Fines & Enforcement
$50 first · $100 second
Citizens Energy Group issues $50 first-offense citations and $100 for second within 12 months.
Citations begin May 1 (annual seasonal) · permanent since 2012🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
Indiana HOA law requires acceptance of municipal ordinances; Indianapolis' permanent seasonal ordinance supersedes HOA rules.
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 Citizens Energy Group'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
Citizens Energy Group serves 290,000 customers from White River, Fall Creek, and Geist/Morse reservoirs. Reservoirs at 75–80% of capacity. Marion County in D0 abnormally dry.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Indianapolis area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Indianapolis Water Restrictions
11 tips tailored for Indianapolis homeowners during Permanent Seasonal Odd/Even (May–September) restrictions.
Kentucky Bluegrass and tall fescue dominate Indianapolis lawns.
Mow to 3.5 inches.
Citizens smart controller rebates cover $40.
Replace parkway strips with Indiana natives, Prairie Dropseed, Little Bluestem.
Drip-irrigate vegetable beds.
Fix leaks within 48 hours.
Convert overhead spray to rotary nozzles.
Skip cycles after any 0.25"+ rainfall.
Harvest rainwater.
Group plants by hydrozone.
Track monthly use at citizensenergygroup.com.
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