Water shortage stages and restrictions

A. In declaring a water shortage, the director shall designate the appropriate stage of the water shortage as follows: 1. Stage 1. A stage 1 water shortage shall exist if the director determines that anticipated water demand in an area is projected to exceed available water supply by 1 to 16 percent. 2. Stage 2. A stage 2 water shortage shall exist if the director determines that anticipated water demand in an area is projected to exceed available water supply by 16 to 30 percent. 3. Stage 3. A stage 3 water shortage shall exist if the director determines that anticipated water demand in an area is projected to exceed available water supply by 31 percent or more. B. When a water shortage is declared, the director may apply schedules, restrictions, or measures as follows: 1. Prohibit water usage during certain hours or days of the week. 2. Prohibit the use of water for irrigation, lawns, personal washing of vehicles, or other nonessential activities. 3. Prohibit the use of temporary construction meters. 4. Institute water shortage water rates as set forth in the annual budget. C. Failure of a consumer to comply with any mandated water restriction may result in penalties established in section 14.06A.090 . (Ord. No. 4178, § 5, 2014)