When water restrictions are not in place, Permanent Water Saving Rules apply.
Permanent Water Savng Rules include key water saving actions that are designed to permanently reduce water consumption. Permanent Water Saving Rules apply to:
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1. Watering Gardens and Lawns 2. Cleaning Paved Areas
3. Fountains 6. New Swimming Pools |
Click here for a full copy of the Rules.
Definitions for a list of definitions or Frequently Asked Questions
Customers may apply for an exemption if they believe they will be adversely impacted by the Rules:
General Exemptions.pdf
Permanent Water Saving Rules do not apply to the use of recycled water, greywater or rainwater collected in a storage tank (provided it is not supplemented by water supplied by Western Water).
In accordance with the Water Act 1989, penalties may apply for breaches of the Permanent Water Saving Rules.