Billings Water Restrictions 2026
Yellowstone County · Montana
Published:
Restrictions Active - Permanent Seasonal Odd/Even
2
Days/Week
Before 10:00 AM
Allowed Hours
$50 first
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 6:00 PM.
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
$50 first-offense citation; escalates within 12 months.
Citations begin April 2026🏠 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 City of Billings Water Division'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
City of Billings Water Division serves Billings and surrounding communities. Contact the utility directly at https://billingsmt.gov/water 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 Billings area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Billings Water Restrictions
11 tips tailored for Billings homeowners during Permanent Seasonal Odd/Even restrictions.
Kentucky Bluegrass and fine fescue dominate Billings lawns.
Mow to 3.5 inches and leave clippings.
Smart controller rebates available through City of Billings Water Division.
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 billingsmt.gov/water.
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