{"id":54,"date":"2026-04-30T20:51:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T23:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=54"},"modified":"2026-05-01T18:45:25","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T21:45:25","slug":"austin-lawn-watering-restrictions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/texas\/austin-tx\/austin-lawn-watering-restrictions\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Lawn Watered with Water Regulations in Austin"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lawn watering regulations in Austin can make it challenging to keep your grass vibrant and hydrated, but we&#8217;ll help you navigate the rules covering odd and even addresses, days of the week, and types of sprinklers.<\/p>    <p>Not following the city&#8217;s water rules can be costly with fines up to $1,000.<\/p>    <p>Here is what you should know to maintain the health of your lawn while adhering to city regulations.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-129fec7b-af8c-4d65-8c13-7a564d87c802\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this article, we\u2019ll cover:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/texas\/austin-tx\/austin-lawn-watering-restrictions\/#0-austin-water-restrictions\" style=\"\">Austin Water Restrictions<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/texas\/austin-tx\/austin-lawn-watering-restrictions\/#3-austin-area-cities-often-have-tougher-water-restrictions\" style=\"\">Austin-Area Cities Often Have Tougher Water Restrictions<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/texas\/austin-tx\/austin-lawn-watering-restrictions\/#4-5-ways-to-keep-your-lawn-watered-in-austin\" style=\"\">5 Ways to Keep Your Lawn Watered in Austin<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/texas\/austin-tx\/austin-lawn-watering-restrictions\/#10-faq-about-austin-watering-restrictions-\" style=\"\">FAQ About Austin Watering Restrictions\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-austin-water-restrictions\">Austin Water Restrictions<\/h2>    <p>The Austin Water Conservation Department enforces good watering habits that conserve our water resources.<\/p>    <p>As of May 2026, Austin is in the baseline Conservation Stage of its Drought Water Use Restrictions. The city moved out of Stage 2 on September 2, 2025, after heavy July rains replenished the Highland Lakes enough to skip Stage 1 entirely and return directly to Conservation Stage.<\/p>    <p>Lake levels have eased back since then. As of late April 2026, Lake Buchanan sits at 96.5% full and Lake Travis at 73.5% full, with combined storage near 1.64 million acre-feet. That&#8217;s still well above the 1.4-million-acre-foot threshold that would trigger Stage 1.<\/p>    <p>At the Conservation Stage, residential and commercial customers are allowed one or two watering days per week, depending on the type of irrigation method used.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-how-often-can-you-water-your-grass-in-austin\">How Often Can You Water Your Grass in Austin?<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-sprinkler-2366751_1280.jpg\" alt=\"watering coming out of a sprinkler in a lawn\" class=\"wp-image-114493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-sprinkler-2366751_1280.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-sprinkler-2366751_1280-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-sprinkler-2366751_1280-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/lawn-sprinkler-2366751_1280-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Water sprinkler. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/lawn-sprinkler-water-hose-connection-2366751\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ariesa66<\/a> \/ Pixabay \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/service\/license-summary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>For homeowners, outdoor water use, such as watering grass and shrubs with sprinklers, is allowed only on certain days of the week.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Water <strong>only once a week with an automatic sprinkler<\/strong> and, if needed, <strong>on a second day with a hose-end sprinkler<\/strong>. <\/li>    <li>If you do not have automatic sprinklers you may water <strong>2 days per week with a hose-end sprinkler<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>If you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/beginners-guide-drip-irrigation-systems\/\">drip irrigation system<\/a>, you can <strong>water your garden or landscape twice a week<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>Here\u2019s the mandatory watering schedule at the time of writing:<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Hose-end Sprinklers<\/strong> (2 watering days per week).<br><strong>Hours:<\/strong> Midnight to 10 a.m. and\/or 7 p.m. to midnight<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day Assignment <em>Residential<\/em><br>\u2022 Even address &#8211; Thursday and Sunday<br>\u2022 Odd address &#8211; Wednesday and Saturday<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Automatic &amp; Manual Irrigation Systems<\/strong> (1 watering day per week).<br><strong>Hours:<\/strong> Midnight to 10 a.m. and\/or 7 p.m. to midnight<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day Assignment <em>Residential<\/em>:<br>\u2022 Even address &#8211; Thursday<br>\u2022 Odd address &#8211; Wednesday<\/td><td>Day Assignment <em>Multifamily\/Commercial<\/em>:<br>\u2022 Even address &#8211; Tuesday<br>\u2022 Odd address &#8211; Friday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Drip Irrigation System<\/strong> (2 watering days per week).<br><strong>Hours: <\/strong>Midnight to 10 a.m. and\/or 7 p.m. to midnight<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day Assignment Residential:<br>\u2022 Even address &#8211; Thursday and Sunday<br>\u2022 Odd address &#8211; Wednesday and Saturday<\/td><td>Day Assignment <em>Multifamily\/Commercial:<\/em>&nbsp;<br>\u2022 Tuesday and Friday<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-cyan-bluish-gray-background-color has-background\"><tbody><tr><td>If you fail to follow the watering restrictions, <strong>you can be fined up to $1,000 per violation<\/strong>. To avoid such fines, check the most up-to-date watering schedule for your address on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\/department\/find-your-watering-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Austin Water<\/a> website.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong><em>Pro Tip: <\/em><\/strong><em>To avoid worrying about your Austin lawn during times of drought, contact a <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/austin-tx-landscaping\"><em>an Austin landscaping service<\/em><\/a><em> to advise you on the best drought-tolerant grasses or plants or suggest low-water landscaping alternatives like <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-xeriscaping\/\"><em>xeriscaping<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-exemptions-to-the-water-regulations\">Exemptions to the Water Regulations<\/h3>    <p>Though there are strict rules on when and how often you can water your lawn, there are a few exemptions. Some allowable water uses without restrictions include:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Watering trees<\/strong> with a Treegator, automatic tree bubbler, or soaker hose&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Pressure washing<\/strong> (such as sidewalks and patios) using a hose with an automatic shut-off garden hose nozzle.<\/li>    <li><strong>Watering vegetable gardens <\/strong>with a soaker hose&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>With the following methods, <strong>you can water your plants at any time on any day:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Refillable container<\/li>    <li>Drip irrigation<\/li>    <li>Hand-held hose<\/li>    <li>Irrigating with reclaimed or auxiliary water&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Austin Pro Tip (from Trae Tindall of Hayven&#8217;s Garden Lawn Care in Round Rock):<\/strong> Water by hand. You can water everyday by hand watering.<\/p>    <p><strong>Austin Pro Tip (from Josiah Cantu of JC Landscaping):<\/strong> Purchasing a sizable rain collector is always a safe bet when restrictions or dry spells come around you can purchase them at the Home Depot. Sizes vary.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-austin-area-cities-often-have-tougher-water-restrictions\">Austin-Area Cities Often Have Tougher Water Restrictions<\/h2>    <p>Water restrictions often are even tougher in Austin-area cities like Kyle, Georgetown, Round Rock, and Cedar Park. <br><br>For example:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofkyle.com\/water-utilities\/page\/current-drought-stage-watering-restrictions\">Kyle Watering Restrictions<\/a>: <\/strong>Amended Stage 3 Watering Restrictions allow homeowners to water lawns by a hose and sprinkler, a soaker hose, drip irrigation, or automatic irrigation system only from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on a specified day every other week. Those found in violation face a fine of up to $2,000.<br><\/li>    <li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/georgetowntexas.gov\/utilities\/water\/index.php\">Georgetown Watering Restrictions<\/a>: <\/strong>Watering with an irrigation system is not permitted from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on any day. Watering with an irrigation system is not permitted on Mondays at any time. Watering with a hand-held hose or bucket can be done any day and at any time, including watering for trees, food gardens, and other plants.<br><\/li>    <li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cedarparktexas.gov\/1209\/Watering-Schedule\">Cedar Park Watering Restrictions:<\/a><\/strong> The Stage 3 Watering Schedule features a camel on the webpage. Residents can water before 10 a.m. or after 7 p.m. on your designated day based on your home address. No watering on Mondays and Fridays.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-5-ways-to-keep-your-lawn-watered-in-austin\">5 Ways to Keep Your Lawn Watered in Austin<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sprinkler-watering-lawn-in-Austin.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A black sprinkler watering a green lawn\" class=\"wp-image-133437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sprinkler-watering-lawn-in-Austin.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sprinkler-watering-lawn-in-Austin-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sprinkler-watering-lawn-in-Austin-656x369.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sprinkler-watering-lawn-in-Austin-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Sprinkler-watering-lawn-in-Austin-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Austin resident Christian Lavender \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Water regulations in Austin require a strict watering schedule for all customers throughout the year. Still, it doesn\u2019t have to be a challenge to keep your lawn looking healthy.<\/p>    <p>Whether you\u2019re an experienced gardener or a beginner, here are some ways you can keep your Austin lawn hydrated and at its best (without being fined).<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-1-water-smartly-and-efficiently\">1. Water Smartly and Efficiently<\/h3>    <p>The City of Austin\u2019s average annual rainfall is 10% below the Texas average, making it a little harder to keep your grass lush and healthy. Once you know your schedule, ensure your water usage is minimal yet effective enough to nourish your grass.<\/p>    <p>First of all, pay attention to your grass and determine when it needs to be watered. It should bounce back when stepped on and be a healthy shade of green.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If it has a blue-green hue or if walking across the lawn leaves visible footprints, those are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/signs-your-lawn-needs-watering\/\">signs your lawn needs water<\/a>. <\/p>    <p>Avoid watering until you start to notice these signs.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-2-water-at-the-right-time-of-day\">2. Water at the Right Time of Day<\/h3>    <p>The best time to water your Austin yard is early in the morning, before 10 a.m., ideally between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Avoid the peak hot hours between noon and 6 p.m. During these hours, the scorching Texas sun will evaporate most of the water before your soil can absorb it, resulting in significant water waste.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-3-know-your-grass%E2%80%99s-needs\">3. Know Your Grass\u2019s Needs<\/h3>    <p>It\u2019s best to water your grass on a schedule, but knowing your grass is vital. Different kinds of grass require different amounts of water. <\/p>    <p>Here is a brief list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/type-grass-plant-austin\/\">most common grasses in Austin<\/a> and their optimal water regimes:<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Grass Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Average Amount of Water Required<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-care-for-st-augustine-grass\/\">St. Augustinegrass<\/a><\/td><td>1-1.5 inches\/week&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">Bermudagrass<\/a><\/td><td>1 inch \/week&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-much-water-does-zoysiagrass-need\/\">Zoysiagrass<\/a><\/td><td>1-1.5 inches\/week<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong>See Related:&nbsp;<\/strong><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-drought-tolerant-grasses\/\">Top 10 Drought-Tolerant Grasses for Your Yard<\/a><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-4-know-your-soil-and-the-soil-around-you\">4. Know Your Soil and the Soil Around You<\/h3>    <p>Soil types vary, and knowing yours is half the battle. Examine your soil, estimate the water needed, and learn what works best for your lawn.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>On the western Edwards Plateau, west of I-35<\/strong>, the soil is rockier and shallower, so it requires more frequent watering.<br><\/li>    <li><strong>East Austin&#8217;s Blackland Prairie soils<\/strong> are black and reddish clay. These soils absorb water slowly but retain it very well. Water less frequently and in two shorter sessions, allowing the soil to absorb the water in between.<br><\/li>    <li><strong>Southeast of Austin, the Post Oak Savannah <\/strong>has deep, sandy, and loamy soils that absorb water well and drain quickly, but do not hold moisture. Turf in this area may require more frequent watering.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> We recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/why-soil-testing-is-important-for-lawn\/\">testing the soil<\/a> for its nutrient content, pH balance, and organic matter. It\u2019s better to know what your grass needs than to guess and use lots of water where it\u2019s not necessary.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/soil-types-guide\/\">Guide to Soil Types: Pros, Cons, and Plant Suggestions<\/a><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-5-shallow-roots-won%E2%80%99t-survive-texas-weather\">5. Shallow Roots Won\u2019t Survive Texas Weather<\/h3>    <p>Roots require water and adequate nutrients to remain strong, so stress-resistant grass is vital to surviving the long, hot summer days. If you give your lawn frequent, shallow drinks of water, it may develop weak roots that can\u2019t sustain it through the summer.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Water your Austin lawn with 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week, depending on the type of grass, to promote deep root growth and a healthy lawn. <strong>Aim to wet the soil to a depth of 4 to 6 inches each irrigation session.<\/strong><\/p>    <p>How long should you run your sprinklers in Austin? Leave your sprinklers on for only as long as your soil can absorb water.<\/p>    <p>Experts generally recommend watering sessions of:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>15 to 20 minutes for fixed sprinkler heads<\/strong> (these sprinkler heads apply a constant stream of water on the same area)<\/li>    <li><strong>20 to 30 minutes for rotary stations <\/strong>(sprinkler heads rotate over the watered area)<\/li>    <li><strong>20 to 30 minutes for drip stations.<\/strong><\/li> <\/ul>    <p>If the moisture hasn\u2019t reached deep enough, wait 2 to 3 hours for the water to seep in, and then do a second watering session. This helps reduce runoff and conserve water.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related: <\/strong><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/lawn-watering-tips-austin\/\">8 Lawn Watering Tips for Austin Homeowners<\/a><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/types-of-sprinklers\/\">Types of Sprinklers for Your Lawn and Garden<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-faq-about-austin-watering-restrictions-\">FAQ About Austin Watering Restrictions&nbsp;<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1746130028033\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is a Drought Contingency Plan for Austin?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Living in a state that faces frequent droughts in the summer, Austinites are no strangers to the need to conserve water. That\u2019s why the City of Austin has put in place a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/files\/Water\/Water%20Conservation\/AW_DroughtContingency_Plan_2024.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drought Contingency Plan<\/a> that helps prioritize water supply for essential needs.<br\/><br\/>From reducing outdoor watering to encouraging households and businesses to take proactive steps in conserving, the plan is set up to help residents make a difference. The plan is regularly updated and adjusted depending on climate and water availability, so the city can continue to make the most of its resources.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1746130035772\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the Penalties for Watering Outside the Guidelines in Austin?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Depending on the infraction, penalties can range from a warning letter to a fine of up to $1,000 or suspension of water service.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Austintexas.gov<\/a> outlines various penalties for any additional water used outside of the guidelines. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1746130042109\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the Conservation Stages for Austin?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The City of Austin\u2019s water conservation plan has stages tailored to the current drought conditions. Generally, the city manager declares the stages based on water availability. Each stage is more restrictive than the previous one.<br><br>As of May 2026, Austin is at the baseline Conservation Stage. Watering is allowed once or twice a week, with 15 hours allocated daily for watering with an automatic system, hose-end sprinklers, or drip irrigation.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-water-your-austin-lawn-like-a-lawn-care-pro-or-hire-one\">Water Your Austin Lawn Like a Lawn Care Pro (or Hire One)<\/h2>    <p>Adhering to Austin\u2019s water conservation regulations is a must. By utilizing smart watering techniques, understanding your soil, and being environmentally aware, you can maintain a hydrated and healthy lawn that you can take pride in. All it takes is a bit of effort and knowledge.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If you still have any concerns, contact a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/austin-tx\">local Austin lawn care expert<\/a> through LawnStarter for advice and support. <\/p>    <p>Good luck, and, like your lawn, remember to stay hydrated out there!<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-1ad0eff4-75b1-4eff-a995-0fc37a72c7ec\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-1ad0eff4-75b1-4eff-a995-0fc37a72c7ec\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-1ad0eff4-75b1-4eff-a995-0fc37a72c7ec\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-1ad0eff4-75b1-4eff-a995-0fc37a72c7ec\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/hcuwcd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/WaterGuide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A Watering Guide for Texas Landscape.<\/a>\u201d Texas Water Development Board and Texas AgriLife Extension Service.<\/li>    <li>\u201cAustin Returns to Conservation Stage Watering Restrictions.\u201c Austin Water.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/austintexas.gov\/water\/austin-water-drought-response\" type=\"link\" id=\"austintexas.gov\/water\/austin-water-drought-response\">Austin Water Drought Response.<\/a>\u201d Austin Water.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\/department\/find-your-watering-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find Your Watering Day<\/a>.\u201d Austin Water<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/travis-tx.tamu.edu\/about-2\/horticulture\/soils-and-composting-for-austin\/the-real-dirt-on-austin-area-soils\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Real Dirt on Austin Area Soils<\/a>.\u201d Texas A&amp;M AgriLife Extension.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p><strong>Main Photo Credit:<\/strong> Austin resident Jonas Weigert \/ LawnStarter<\/p>    <p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn about local watering regulations and how to keep your lawn healthy with efficient water use in Austin, Texas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":140,"featured_media":133371,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[1130],"class_list":["post-54","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-austin-tx","tag-austin-tx-lawn-care"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Lawn-watering-in-Austin-Texas.jpg?wsr","author_info":{"display_name":"Sinziana Spiridon","author_link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/sinziana-spiridon\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to Keep Your Lawn Watered with Water Regulations in Austin<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Austin is in Conservation Stage as of September 2025. 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