Mount Vernon Water Restrictions 2026
Westchester County · New York
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Stage 1 Mandatory - WJWW Advisory
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 Westchester Joint Water Works (WJWW) official page before watering. Following the wrong schedule can result in a municipal fine.
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Before 10:00 AM
Allowed Hours
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Check Your Watering Day With Mount Vernon
We have not verified Mount Vernon’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 Mount Vernon’s official water page: Westchester Joint Water Works (WJWW).
Allowed Watering Hours
Mandatory odd/even schedule with no irrigation between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The densely urban character of Mount Vernon means most residents have smaller lawn areas.
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
$100 first offense / $250 repeat
WJWW issues $100 citations for first offenses. Second within 12 months: $250.
🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
New York Real Property Law §235-b provides homeowner protections during declared water emergencies.
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 current restriction order from Westchester Joint Water Works. 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
Mount Vernon borders the Bronx and is served by Westchester Joint Water Works. The densely urban character of Mount Vernon means most residents have smaller lawn areas and lower total irrigation demand, but the mandatory schedule applies to all residential sprinkler systems. Monitor wjww.org for updates.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Mount Vernon area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Mount Vernon Water Restrictions
7 tips tailored for Mount Vernon homeowners during Stage 1 Mandatory - WJWW Advisory restrictions.
Mount Vernon's smaller urban lawns benefit most from drip irrigation upgrades.
Tall Fescue and KBG dominate; mow 3.5–4" in summer to shade soil.
Smart controllers qualify for WJWW $40 rebate.
Drip-irrigate raised beds and rooftop gardens, exempt from schedule.
Fix leaks within 48 hours, apartment building leaks are a major Mount Vernon waste source.
Skip irrigation after 0.25"+ rainfall.
Monitor wjww.org for updates.
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