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Sustainable Eden Prairie
Sustainable Eden Prairie is an ongoing effort focusing on education and implementation of sustainable practices to protect the environment and natural resources our community enjoys.
Building upon the success of the 20-40-15 initiative, the City is leading by example and providing a foundation for residents and businesses to carry out sustainable practices in four areas — energy, landscape, waste and water.
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Lawn Watering Restrictions
Follow Eden Prairie's lawn watering restrictions to conserve water for vital services, such as fighting fires.
Post Date:05/23/2023
Lawn watering uses a significant portion of Eden Prairie's water supply.
This summer, please be sure to follow the City's lawn watering schedule to ensure there is enough water for all uses, including vital services such as fighting fires.
According to City Ordinance Chapter 3.3 §12, homes and businesses must adhere to the following lawn watering schedules:
- If your home or business address ends with an odd number, watering is permitted on odd-numbered days of the month
- If your home or business address ends with an even number, watering is permitted on even-numbered days of the month
- No lawn irrigation is permitted from noon to 5 p.m.
Exemptions
- Car washing
- Children’s water toys
- Private wells
- Watering of flower beds, as long as the activity is attended
- Lawn watering for 30 days after the installation of new sod or landscaping (permit required) – however this is still prohibited from noon to 5 p.m.
More information about Eden Prairie’s water use restrictions and lawn watering tips are available at edenprairie.org/LawnWatering.