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California Bans Ornamental Lawn Watering | Chico News
California’s new law bans watering decorative lawns with drinking water starting January 1st, targeting commercial properties and HOAs first — even though reservoirs are full and an El Niño may be coming. Supporters see it as future-proofing against inevitable droughts, while critics call it premature and poorly timed. Most property owners remain unaware or unmotivated by environmental concerns, opting instead for cost savings. Cities are stepping in with rebates and help, but enforcement will fall to water providers — with light fines initially. Nevada’s similar law is already in legal…
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