Lexington Water Restrictions 2026
Fayette County · Kentucky
Published:
Seasonal Odd/Even (May-September)
We have not independently verified this city’s watering schedule. Rules change with drought stage and can be updated at short notice. Confirm your assigned watering days on the Kentucky American Water official page before watering. Following the wrong schedule can result in a municipal fine.
Verification needed
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Before 10:00 AM
Allowed Hours
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Check Your Watering Day With Lexington
We have not verified Lexington’s current watering schedule against an official source. Watering rules are set by your city and change with drought stage.
Confirm your assigned days on Lexington’s official water page: Kentucky American Water.
Allowed Watering Hours
No outdoor irrigation between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM from May through September.
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
$75 first
$75 first-offense citation during active seasonal ordinance.
🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
HOAs cannot enforce lawn-appearance standards that would require homeowners to violate active municipal water ordinances. Document compliance if your HOA sends a violation notice.
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 Kentucky American 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
Kentucky American Water serves Lexington and surrounding communities. Contact the utility directly at https://amwater.com/kyaw for current stage status and restriction details.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Lexington area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Lexington Water Restrictions
11 tips tailored for Lexington homeowners during Seasonal Odd/Even (May-September) restrictions.
Tall fescue and Kentucky Bluegrass dominate Lexington lawns.
Mow to 3.5 inches and leave clippings.
Smart controller rebates available through Kentucky American Water.
Replace parkway strips with region-appropriate natives.
Drip-irrigate vegetable beds and fruit trees.
Fix leaks within 48 hours.
Convert overhead spray to rotary nozzles, saves 30%.
Skip cycles after any 0.25 inch or greater rainfall.
Harvest rainwater where state law permits.
Group plants by hydrozone.
Track monthly use at amwater.com/kyaw.
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