Water and meter fee revisions (Section 12-42)
Summary
New rules let the city fine irrigation violators up to $2,000 and lock out systems, tightening drought enforcement to stay compliant with Fort Worth, its wholesale water supplier. Council members stressed that water supply is a growing regional concern.
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Last discussed Jul 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Fines up to $2,000 per violation for those who break the watering rules.
All water customers, through better conservation and continued compliance with the wholesale supply agreement.
Property owners who violate irrigation rules face fines up to $2,000.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Jul 13, 2026
The city updated its utility fee schedule so meter connection charges track actual costs (cost plus 20%), added a $75 meter tampering fee, and set fees for testing meters residents believe are faulty.
City Council - Apr 13, 2026
New rules let the city fine irrigation violators up to $2,000 and lock out systems, tightening drought enforcement to stay compliant with Fort Worth, its wholesale water supplier. Council members stressed that water supply is a growing regional concern.
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