Enhanced Penalty: Any customer in violation of Stage 6 requirements shall be first notified of the regulations and warned of the penalty associated with continued violation. If the violation is not timely corrected, any continued violation of mandatory Stage 6 requirements after notice and warning is provided shall be punishable by an administrative fine of one thousand dollars per day or per occurrence. (Ord. No. 2523, § 2, 4-7-2015; Ord. No. 2639 , § 1, 7-20-2021)
14.09.060 - Enforcement.
Any violation of this chapter shall be enforced utilizing administrative processes and remedies set forth in Chapter 1.13, Chapter 1.14, or Chapter 1.15 of this Code.
(Ord. No. 2523, § 2, 4-7-2015)
14.09.070 - Exceptions, variances and appeals.
The city manager may, in writing, grant temporary variance for existing water uses otherwise prohibited under this plan.
Packet Pg. 296 Attachment: Redding, CA Code of Ordinances - 14.09 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (available online) (9.11(e)--Water Shortage Contingency 4/7/22, 7:30 AM Redding, CA Code of Ordinances
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A person requesting a variance from the provisions of this article must file a request with the city manager. Each req include the following information in writing:
Name and address of the applicant(s);
A full description of the proposed water use, including, but not limited to:
The daily amount of the proposed use;
The hours of the proposed use;
A reference to the specific provision(s) of this article from which the applicant is requesting relief; A detailed statement as to how the specific provision of the article adversely affects the applicant and/or what damage or harm will occur to the applicant or others if applicant complies with this article; A description of the relief requested;
The period of time for which the variance is sought;
Alternative water use restrictions or other measures the petitioner is taking or proposes to take to meet the intent of this article and the compliance date; and
Any additional information that the city manager deems relevant and necessary in making a determination regarding the request.
The city manager shall grant or deny the request for variance not later than 5:00 p.m. on the third city business day following delivery of the request to the city manager.
A variance granted by the city manager shall contain the following provisions:
A description of the allowable water uses granted by the variance; A description of any conditions imposed which must be satisfied in order to maintain the variance in effect; A timetable for compliance with any conditions set forth in the variance; and Such other provisions as the city manager determines to be reasonable and necessary.
Variances granted shall expire upon the earlier of:
The date the water conservation measure from which the variance was granted is no longer in effect; The date the city manager determines that the applicant has failed to comply with any deadline imposed with respect to compliance with the conditions set forth in the variance; or The date the city manager specifically sets forth for termination of the variance.
Variance not a defense. The granting of a variance shall not be a defense to a violation of the provisions of this chapter which occurs prior to the effective date of the variance. No variance shall be retroactive or otherwise justify any violation of this plan occurring prior to the issuance of the variance. (Ord. No. 2523, § 2, 4-7-2015; Ord. No. 2639 , § 4, 7-20-2021) Packet Pg. 297 Attachment: Redding, CA Code of Ordinances - 14.09 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (available online) (9.11(e)--Water Shortage Contingency
WATER SHORTAGE CONTINGENCY PLAN LEVELS
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Stage 1 – Year Round Water Conservation Measures (Voluntary Water Conservation Practices and Best Management Practices) – 0-10% Reduction
1. Voluntary Landscape Watering Conservation Practices:
Landscape watering with hose-end sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems is strongly discouraged at all times except on the following days between the hours of midnight and 7:00 a.m. and again on the same day between the hours of the hours of 9:00 p.m. until midnight. a. Customers whose street addresses end with an odd number should water only on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday and only within the designated time period. b. Customers whose street addresses end with an even number should water only on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday and only within the designated time period.
2. Best Management Practices:
Customers within the water service area should engage in the following best management practices:
a. Potable water should be applied to outdoor landscapes in a manner that does not cause runoff such that water flows onto adjacent property, non-irrigated areas, private and public sidewalks, roadways, parking lots or structures.
b. Customer should not use a hose that dispenses potable water to wash a motor vehicle, except where the hose is fitted with a shut-off nozzle or device attached to it that causes it to cease dispensing water immediately when not in use.
c. Potable water should not be applied to driveways and sidewalks for routine cleaning or debris removal. The use of a pressure washer to clean hard surfaces including driveway, sidewalks, and outdoor dining areas is permissible when such action is necessary to protect the public health and safety.
d. Potable water should not be used in a fountain or other decorative water feature, except where the water is part of a recirculating system.
e. Customers should not apply potable water to outdoor landscapes during and up to 48 hours after measurable rainfall.
f. The serving of drinking water other than upon request in eating or drinking establishments, including but not limited to restaurants, hotels, cafes, cafeterias, bars, or other public places where food or drink are served is prohibited.
g. To promote water conservation, operators of hotels and motels should provide guests with the option of choosing not to have towels and linens laundered daily. The hotel or motel should prominently display notice of this option in each bathroom using clear and easily understood language.
Stage 2 - Moderate Water Shortage Conditions – 10-20% Reduction All Stage 1 voluntary best management practices are mandatory in Stage 2.
1. Landscape watering by any means including automatic irrigation systems, hose-end sprinklers, drip irrigation, hand-held hose, or bucket is prohibited except on the following days between the hours of midnight and 7:00 a.m. and again on the same day between the hours of the hours of 9:00 p.m. until midnight.
a. Customers whose street addresses end with an odd number may water only on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday and only within the permitted time period. b. Customers whose street addresses end with an even number may water only on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday and only within the permitted time period.
2. Administrative fine of $50.00 per day or per occurrence.
Packet Pg. 298 Attachment: Water Shortage Contingency Plan Levels Quick Reference Guide (9.11(e)--Water Shortage Contingency Plan and Drought Update) Stage 3 – Medium Water Shortage Conditions– 20-30% Reduction All Stage 2 requirements apply plus the following:
1. Water Restrictions: Watering shall be kept to a maximum of thirty (30) hours per week when utilizing a sprinkler system and eighteen (18) hours a week when utilizing drip and/or hand watering.
2. Administrative fine of $200.00 per day or per occurrence.
Stage 4 – Severe Water Shortage Conditions– 30-40% Reduction All Stage 3 requirements apply, plus the following:
1. Watering shall be kept to a maximum of eighteen (18) hours per week when utilizing a sprinkler system and eighteen (18) hours a week when utilizing drip and/or hand watering.
2. The following uses of water are prohibited:
a. Operation of any ornamental fountain, pond or other ornamental water feature for aesthetic purposes except where necessary to support aquatic life. b. Washing down buildings or structures for purposes other than immediate fire protection.
3. Vehicle washing at a commercial vehicle wash facility is prohibited at all times except between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. A person owning or operating a vehicle wash facility shall take affirmative action to prevent use of the vehicle wash facility during the prohibited hours specified herein. Such actions shall include posting a sign indicating that the vehicle wash facility is closed and preventing vehicular access onto the property or into the washing bays. In addition, the owner/operator may also choose to disable the washing mechanisms so as to prevent operation.
4. Administrative fine of $400.00 per day or per occurrence.
Stage 5 – Critical Water Shortage Conditions– 40-50% Reduction All Stage 4 requirements apply, plus the following:
1. Use of water for dust control.
2. Use of bulk potable water obtained from the City for construction purposes.
3. Use of residential water to wash any motor vehicle, motorbike, boat, trailer, airplane or other vehicle other than by a person washing any public safety vehicle on public property.
4. Filling, refilling, or adding water to swimming pools, wading pools, and jacuzzi-type pools, which are located outside.
5. Using a fire hydrant pursuant to a temporary fire hydrant permit.
6. Outdoor landscape watering, including handheld irrigation, with potable water is prohibited at all times.
7. No permits for new, additional, or expanded water service connections, meters, or service lines shall be granted. An exception applies where the City has already issued either a final plan for a residential lot or a commercial building permit for the site or the construction project that requires the water service.
8. Administrative fine of $500.00 per day or per occurrence.
Stage 6 – Emergency Water Shortage Conditions– 50%+ Reduction All Stage 5 requirements apply, plus the following:
1. Vehicle washing at a commercial vehicle wash facility is prohibited at all times.
2. Administrative fine of $1,000.00 per day or per occurrence.
Packet Pg. 299 Attachment: Water Shortage Contingency Plan Levels Quick Reference Guide (9.11(e)--Water Shortage Contingency Plan and Drought Update)