Water systems across the Comox Valley will soon have stricter watering restrictions.
Stage 2 water restrictions come into effect on July 1 for the Black Creek – Oyster Bay, Comox Valley, and Union Bay water systems.
Senior Manager of Water and Wastewater Services for the Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) Kris La Rose said there is growing concern about residents not following the restrictions in place.
“Reducing our water consumption lowers our impact on the natural environment and helps keep infrastructure costs down for the community.”
Lawn and garden sprinkling will now be permitted between 6:00 – 7:30 a.m. and 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Saturday for even numbered addresses, and Wednesday and Sunday for odd numbered addresses.
Black Creek – Oyster Bay and Union Bay water systems will remain from 6:00 – 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 – 10:00 p.m. on the designated days.
The CVRD Board approved a 25 per cent reduction in watering times this month to help reduce overall water consumption during the summer.
Manager of Utilities for the City of Courtenay Rodney Armstrong said the new restrictions help conserve water and ensure systems can handle peak summer demand.
“By following the updated schedule, residents can help protect our water supply and maintain essential services like drinking water and fire protection.”
Bylaw teams will continue to patrol areas and issue warnings and tickets to people who don’t follow the restrictions, with fines starting at $100.
