N.H. Admin. Code § Env-Wq 2101.21

Current through Register No. 2, January 9, 2025
Section Env-Wq 2101.21 - Lawn Irrigation by ICI Water Users
(a) Subject to (c) below, the owner shall prepare any new lawn areas and existing lawn areas that will be replanted with at least 6 inches of loam.
(b) Any ICI water user that is or will be using water to irrigate lawns shall:
(1) Equip all automatic irrigation system devices with technology that will prevent the devices from operating during rain events or otherwise when the lawn does not need to be watered;
(2) Audit all automatic irrigation systems not less frequently than once every 3 years to ensure the technology required by (1) above and other infrastructure in the automatic irrigation system network are functioning properly;
(3) Address any infrastructure that is not functioning properly as determined by the results of the audit specified in (2) above; and
(4) Seed all new or replacement lawns with a water-efficient seed mix.
(c) The requirements of (a) above shall not apply to lawns associated with golf courses.

N.H. Admin. Code § Env-Wq 2101.21

#10480-A, eff 12-3-13

Amended by Number 28, Filed July 11, 2024, Proposed by #14004, Effective 6/22/2024, Expires 6/22/2034 (formerly Env-Wq 2101.22).