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Permanent water conservation measures

Permanent water conservation measures have been in place in South East Queensland (SEQ) since December 2009. Under the measures:

• hoses with a twist or trigger nozzle and efficient sprinklers can be used to water gardens and lawns (but not from 10am to 4pm or on Mondays), as long as it's in accordance with efficient irrigation guidelines
• vehicles and outdoor areas can be washed at any time, as long as water is used efficiently
• new pools can be filled with town water and existing pools can be filled as long as efficient fittings are in place
• rainwater can be used at any time.

Residents are also encouraged to continue to use less than 200 litres per person per day.

Permanent water conservation measures apply to all SEQ areas, including Brisbane City, Gold Coast City, Ipswich City, Lockyer Valley Regional Council, Logan City, Moreton Bay Regional Council, Redland City Council, Scenic Rim Regional Council, Somerset Regional Council and Sunshine Coast Regional Council.

Read more information on efficient irrigation practices or residential water saving tips.

Undertake a home water audit or quiz to learn more about efficient water use in households.

More information and fact sheets

• Fact sheet—permanent water conservation measures for residents (PDF, 311K)* 
• Fact sheet—vehicle washing (PDF, 230K)*
• Fact sheet—pools and spas (PDF, 218K)*
• Fact sheet—saving water (PDF, 220K)*
• Restriction document—Permanent Water Conservation Measures - residential and non-residential (PDF, 354K)*
• Compliance dates (PDF, 24K)*.

For questions about permanent water conservation measures, call 1300 789 906. 

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