Water conservation

The Volusia-Floridan Aquifer is unlike any aquifer in Florida. Designation by the EPA as the Volusia-Floridan Sole Source Aquifer means our aquifer functions as an underground water source that supplies at least 50 percent of the drinking water consumed in the area overlying the aquifer. These areas have no alternative drinking water source(s) that could physically, legally and economically supply all those who depend upon the aquifer for drinking water. This is an important part of why we must conserve and protect this valuable water supply in Volusia County.

For updates on current drought conditions, please go to Florida State University's update website: https://climatecenter.fsu.edu/products-services/outlooks .

Water restrictions

The following year-round watering restrictions remain in place for all county residents, including those who live inside city limits:

See our Water Conservation Webpage for more detailed information about water restrictions.

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Rain sensor information [PDF]
Blue Spring fact sheet [PDF]
Waterwise Landscape Ordinance [PDF]
Homeowners associations vs. Florida-friendly landscaping [PDF]
Nine Florida-friendly landscaping principles [PDF]

Other links of interest

Community cleanups
Florida-friendly landscaping
Protecting our water
Save water, save money - from the EPA
U S. Drought Monitor
Stormwater Management Program

 
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on how to conserve water outdoors