Park City Water Restrictions 2026
Summit County · Utah
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Restrictions Active - Year-Round Mandatory Odd/Even (since 1980s)
3
Days/Week
Before 10:00 AM
Allowed Hours
$50–$500 per violation
Max Fine
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| Address Ending | Watering Day |
|---|---|
| Odd | Monday & Wednesday & Friday |
| Even | Tuesday & Thursday & Saturday |
Allowed Watering Hours
No outdoor watering between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Park City has enforced mandatory odd/even watering since the 1980s.
Still Allowed
💧 Hand Watering
Allowed with shut-off nozzle. Hours: Any day before 10:00 AM or after 7:00 PM.
🌿 Drip Irrigation
Exempt from day-of-week limits. Must follow allowed hours.
Fines & Enforcement
$50–$500 per violation
Park City enforces fines ranging from $50 for a first offense to $500 for repeat violations of the watering schedule.
Citations begin January 1, 2026🏠 HOA Rules During Restrictions
Utah law (SB 152, 2022) prohibits HOAs from penalizing homeowners for replacing turf with water-wise landscaping.
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 Park City Municipal Corporation'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
Park City sits at 7,000 feet in Summit County’s ski country, and the 2025–2026 season delivered record-low snowpack that devastated both the ski industry and the city’s water supply. Park City has enforced mandatory odd/even watering since the 1980s, making it one of Utah’s longest-running conservation programs. With 98% of Utah in drought, the city’s mountain reservoirs and wells are receiving a fraction of their normal spring recharge from snowmelt. The Weber River and its tributaries, which supply much of Summit County, are at historically low flows for this time of year.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Park City area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Park City Water Restrictions
5 tips tailored for Park City homeowners during Year-Round Mandatory Odd/Even (since 1980s) restrictions.
Park City’s 7,000-foot elevation means shorter growing seasons, focus watering resources on maintaining established turf rather than expanding lawn area.
Kentucky Bluegrass at high elevation needs less water than in the valley; adjust your irrigation run times accordingly.
Water between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM when mountain air temperatures drop and evaporation is minimal.
Consider replacing turf with native mountain plants adapted to Summit County’s dry winters and cool summers.
Fines range from $50 to $500, ensure your irrigation controller is programmed to your correct odd/even schedule and allowed hours.
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