Sandy Water Restrictions 2026
Salt Lake County · Utah
Published:
Restrictions Active - Year-Round Ordinance + Drought Advisory
3
Days/Week
Before 10:00 AM
Allowed Hours
Varies by violation
Max Fine
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| Address Ending | Watering Day |
|---|---|
| Odd | Monday & Wednesday & Saturday |
| Even | Tuesday & Thursday & Sunday |
Allowed Watering Hours
No outdoor watering between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM year-round. Sandy is home to the Jordan Valley Conservation Garden Park, a xeriscaping demonstration resource.
Still Allowed
💧 Hand Watering
Allowed with shut-off nozzle. Hours: Any day before 10:00 AM or after 6:00 PM.
🌿 Drip Irrigation
Exempt from day-of-week limits. Must follow allowed hours.
Fines & Enforcement
Varies by violation
Sandy City may issue fines for repeated violations of the watering ordinance. Contact the city for current enforcement policies.
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 Sandy City Public Utilities'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
Sandy sits at the base of the Wasatch Mountains and relies on mountain snowmelt for much of its water supply, delivered through Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District. The 2025–2026 snowpack hit record lows, leaving reservoirs and aquifers critically depleted. With 98% of Utah in drought, Sandy’s three-day-per-week schedule aims to stretch limited supply through the irrigation season. The city is home to the Jordan Valley Conservation Garden Park, which showcases drought-tolerant landscaping alternatives to Kentucky Bluegrass.
This deficit has accumulated over the current water year and represents a significant departure from historical averages for the Sandy area. Water supply reservoirs and aquifer levels are well below seasonal targets, necessitating mandatory conservation measures.
How to Keep Your Lawn Alive During Sandy Water Restrictions
4 tips tailored for Sandy homeowners during Year-Round Ordinance + Drought Advisory restrictions.
Visit the Jordan Valley Conservation Garden Park in Sandy for free inspiration on drought-tolerant landscaping alternatives.
Water between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM when evaporation is lowest along the Wasatch Front.
Set your mower height to 3–3.5 inches to promote deeper root growth in Kentucky Bluegrass.
Aerate your lawn in early fall to break up compacted clay soil common in the Salt Lake Valley and improve water infiltration.
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