Lawn Watering Permit Requirements

Stage 2 Watering Restrictions are in place effective August 4, 2023, until further notice.


New Lawns


If you have planted a new lawn during water regulations (May 1 – October 15) and the lawn has not yet established, you can request a temporary Lawn Watering Permit from the City. 

Note: Permits issued under Stage 1 restrictions are valid until expiry. No new permits are issued or renewed during stage 2 restrictions.

  • Cost is $30 for a single family dwelling or non-residential property and an additional $30 for each dwelling units in a multiple residential development to a maximum of $150.
  • Permits are valid for three weeks (21 days) from the permit issue date and only apply to the new lawn area.
  • Permits can be renewed one time for the above stated fees.
  • Watering is permitted daily from:

    Stage 1 

    Residential lawn Watering allowed:

    Automatic watering: 5:00 am - 7:00 am

    Manual watering: 6:00 am - 9:00am

     

    Stage 1

    Non-residential Watering allowed:

    Automatic watering: 4:00 am - 6:00 am

    Manual watering: 6:00 am - 9:00 am

    LINK:
    Metro Vancouver Lawn Sprinkling




European Chafer Beetle Control


When treating your lawn with nematodes to control European Chafer Beetle (PDF), your lawn should be as moist as a wrung-out sponge. The amount of water needed will depend on your lawn, soil depth, and weather conditions. If you need more water than provided under the watering regulations, you can request a temporary Lawn Watering Permit from the City. 

  • There is no cost for a permit for nematode treatment.
  • Permits are valid for three weeks (21 days) from the permit issue date and only apply to treatment area.
  • Permits cannot be renewed.

Note: Permits issued under Stage 1 restrictions are valid until expiry. No new permits are issued or renewed during stage 2 restrictions.

How to Apply


  • Apply in person at the Engineering Counter at City Hall or email Engineering an Application Form (PDF) (please note that online applications may take up to 5 business days to process).
  • You must provide a current dated receipt for lawn seed, sod, turf, or nematode treatment.