When Stage 5 drought conditions are declared:
- We implement policies and guidelines for reducing water usage by 50 percent
- Residential and business customers are subject to additional water-use restrictions
- Net zero demand increase is required on new water service connections
- Single-pass cooling systems are prohibited
- Swimming pool covers are required
Stage 5 violators are subject to:
- Installation of water measurement devices
- Fines of up to $800 for subsequent violations
- Possible installation of a flow-restricting device for egregious violators