Outdoor Watering Schedule

The Town of Okotoks' outdoor watering schedule is in effect annually from May 1 - October 31.

The outdoor watering schedule helps balance the high demand for water during the peak watering season.

Each address has a three hour watering period to utilize what may be convenient for you:

the early morning schedule is from 6 to 9 a.m., or
the evening schedule is from 7 to 10 pm.

Properties with automated irrigation systems are now to set their watering schedules between 2 and 5 a.m. on their permitted days.

Outdoor watering is permitted as follows:

Odd numbered addresses may water lawns: (Addresses ending in 1,3,5,7,9)

Thursdays and/or Sundays

Even numbered addresses may water lawns: (Addresses ending in 0,2,4,6,8)

Wednesdays and/or Saturdays

Watering may occur only during the following hours:

6:00 AM - 9:00 AM or
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
2:00 AM - 5 AM Households with programmable water irrigation systems

Did you know:

Hand watering flowers, vegetable gardens, trees and shrubs with a container or hose with a manual trigger nozzle is always permitted.
You can apply for a water exemption permit if you have new sod or are growing from seed! Apply for an exemption permit

Fines
Municipal Enforcement enforces the Watering Schedule Bylaw to ensure that residents and businesses/institutions are in compliance. The fines for not obeying the water regulations range from $100—$2,500.
Outdoor Watering Abuse
Have you witnessed outdoor water use outside of the watering schedule? Complete this form to notify of abuse on outdoor watering in the community.
REPORT WATERING ABUSE

Water Bylaw & Rates and Fees Bylaw Amendments

In 2018 Administration reviewed and concluded that an updated water bylaw inclusive of current industry language, amendments made to the previous water bylaw was required. A combination of the extended dry weather during the summer of 2017 and a request from Alberta Environment Protection Agency resulted in administration drafting a Water Shortage Response Plan.

In 2018 Administration reviewed and concluded that an updated water bylaw inclusive of current industry language, amendments made to the previous water bylaw was required. A combination of the extended dry weather during the summer of 2017 and a request from Alberta Environment Protection Agency resulted in administration developing a Water Shortage Response Plan. The plan included an updated outdoor watering schedule that balances the supply and demand requirements for water during the peak outdoor watering season and provides further clarity on the ability to hand water during this time period. As a result, a new Water Bylaw 24-18 was prepared by Town Administration and approved at the May 14, 2018 Council Meeting.
Bylaw 24-18

Reducing your water bill!

Here are some very helpful resources to help you monitor and reduce your water consumption and save you money!

Water Meter Portal Sign Up & Set Your Alerts!
Did you know that the Town does not actively monitor your individual daily water consumption, but the new water meter portal allows you to do this for yourself in real-time? The new water portal also allows you to set up high water consumption alerts, which will help you catch an undetected leak before your bill could potentially get very high.
Portal Benefits
Your new meter and transmitter uses radio frequency (RF) and innovative technology for more accurate billing, reflecting realtime water consumption, providing you with more insight into your consumption habits. The new modernized water infrastructure provides water customers with enhanced water conservation and leak detection information.
Online Customer Portal - Your water has gone digital!
Learn more and sign up today!