On May 22, 2023, the City of Seal Beach City Council declared an end to the Level 2 Water Supply Shortage and returned to Level 0 (Normal Water Supply Conditions) in response to the State's improved water supply conditions and the Governor’s Executive Order N-5-23. As a result, outdoor watering in the City of Seal Beach is no longer limited to 3 days per week on an assigned schedule.
All water customers are encouraged to make conservation a way of life and are required to comply with the City's permanent water conservation requirements. The State's ban on using potable water to irrigate non-functional turf at commercial, industrial and institutional sites remains in effect.
Seal Beach has permanent water conservation requirements in place to promote the efficient use of water and reduce or eliminate the waste of water in the City. These requirements are in effect at all times and additional requirements may be implemented in response to water shortages. For complete details refer to SBMC 9.37.
Click here to view the most recent Water Supply Conditions Report produced by Metropolitan Water District of Southern California.
California’s major reservoir conditions are updated daily. Visit the California Data Exchange Center to stay informed.
Seal Beach has three Municipal Codes regulating the use of water? Before you decide to clean that patio or re-landscape your yard, please familiarize yourself with the City's water saving and water quality codes.
SBMC 9.35 Water SBMC 9.37 Water Shortage Contingency Response SBMC 9.70 Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
There are several Water Use Efficiency Rebate Programs for both residents and commercial businesses. For water saving programs and rebates visit www.ocwatersmart.com. Rebate funding is limited and subject to availability. Explore beautiful, sustainable, climate-appropriate, drought-tolerant plants, trees, and grass that thrive in Orange County. Visit www.ocwatersmartgardens.com for garden inspiration and information. With a click of a button, add your favorite plants to a private list that you can print and take to your favorite nursery.
To report water waste please call (562) 645-3114 or email savewater.sealbeach@jlha.net.
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