Section 40B-21.601 - General(1) Upon declaration of a water shortage or water shortage emergency, the restrictions presented within this part can be implemented to achieve the desired overall reductions in user demand. The target reduction ultimately chosen during a water shortage will be dependent upon the severity of the particular shortage. The District shall evaluate hydrologic conditions and implement the restrictions found in this Part. The restrictions shall be included in the notice(s) of the shortage, as specified in Rule 40B-21.275, F.A.C.(2) Restrictions are presented for each use class and various subclasses. It shall be the responsibility of each water user to keep informed as to the restrictions in effect.(3) In addition to the restrictions specified in this part, all wasteful and unnecessary water use is prohibited regardless of the severity of water shortage. This subsection is not intended to prohibit legal uses of water whether permitted or exempted by rule or statute. Such wasteful and unnecessary water use shall include, but not be limited to: (a) Allowing water to be dispersed without any practical purpose to the user, regardless of the type of water use;(b) Allowing water to be dispersed in a grossly inefficient manner, regardless of the type of water use;(c) Allowing water to be dispersed to accomplish a purpose for which water use is unnecessary or which can be easily accomplished through alternative methods without water use; and(d) Allowing water to be dispersed for purely aesthetic or ornamental uses.Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 40B-21.601
Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113 FS. Law Implemented 373.175, 373.246 FS.