Watering Establishment Permit
New seed, sod or plant projects are exempt from two-day-a-week watering temporarily during establishment; however, watering rules and normal rates (including drought pricing) still apply.
| Plant Type | Temporary Allowance |
|---|---|
| New native grass seed | Up to 8 weeks |
| New sod, trees or shrubs | Up to 3 weeks |
Apply for a Watering Establishment Permit
Water Budgets
Some large public landscapes — such as parks and recreation districts, public schools and golf courses — may water outside of the standard assigned days because they operate under Denver Water-approved water budgets. These customers are reducing water use by 20% and may water more than two days per week as long as they stay within their total allowed use, which Denver Water monitors.
Because these properties can span many acres, it isn’t practical to irrigate everything within the same limited windows required for smaller sites. Water budgets give them flexibility to keep public spaces safe and functional while still reducing overall use and helping stretch Denver Water’s supply during drought.