Watering Restrictions in Effect April 1 – Sept. 30
To help ensure an adequate water supply during the summer, Burnsville enforces mid-day and odd-even watering restrictions.
Mid-Day Watering Ban: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
No lawn or garden watering is allowed between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on any day. This applies to all residential and commercial properties. There are no exceptions. Watering during this time leads to significant water loss due to evaporation.
Odd-Even Sprinkling Schedule
Watering is allowed before 11 a.m. or after 3 p.m. based on your address:
- Even-numbered addresses: Water on even-numbered calendar dates
- Odd-numbered addresses: Water on odd-numbered calendar dates
- Multi-address properties or properties without a visible address: Water on odd-numbered dates
- On the 31st of any month, all properties may water before 11 a.m. or after 3 p.m.
Exemptions
These restrictions do not apply to:
- New sod, seed or landscaping
- Potted plants and hanging baskets
- Vegetable gardens
- Golf greens and tees
- Athletic fields with specialized soil conditions
Violations
Non-compliance may result in a warning and fees added to your utility bill. Fees increase with each offense.
Questions or Concerns?
Call Burnsville Public Works at 952-895-4550.
Report a Violation
Read full City Code 7-2-16 Water Use Restrictions
Visit our Water Conservation page for lawn tips and ways to reduce water use