Water Conservation Rules In consideration of Cambria's scarce water supplies and recurring drought conditions, the CCSD Board of Directors declared a moratorium on new water hookups in November 2001. The CCSD is urging all residents and business owners to minimize their water use during this critical time. A Board-approved Water Master Plan to determine water supply options is available for viewing. Under CCSD Ordinance 4-2000, the following water conservation rules apply to all residents and businesses at all times: Do not allow water to run off onto other properties or the street. Unattended watering/irrigation of landscaping is prohibited. Do not irrigate landscape between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m Irrigation should only provide sufficient water to maintain minimal landscaping needs. Do not wash down sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, etc. Use a broom. Repair leaks in plumbing or your water distribution system within 8 hours of discovery. Wash cars with a bucket and only rinse with a hose that has a shutoff nozzle. Restaurants may not serve water to customers unless requested. Do not use potable water for dust control or construction activities. Water Saving Tips Limit showers to 5 minutes and install a 2.0 gallon-per-minute showerhead. Install water efficient fixtures, i.e. replace 3.5 or 5-gallon toilets with 1.6 gallon-per-flush toilets. Run only full loads in your washing machine and dishwasher. Don't leave water running while shaving or brushing your teeth. Use drought-tolerant plants. Adjust watering schedule seasonally and with changes in weather. Use Drip (micro) irrigation systems. Periodically check your sprinkler system to ensure it is operating properly. (Frequent power outages in Cambria can wreak havoc with timers). Replace lawns with ground covers requiring minimal water.