Before January 1, 2011, all cities and counties in Georgia are required to adopt outdoor watering restrictions to comply with O.C.G.A. § 12-5-7(a.1). This law prohibits outdoor watering between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., except for specific exempted uses, including certain commercial activities, the use of reclaimed water, and the irrigation of newly planted vegetation.

This model ordinance provides a framework for cities and counties to implement the mandated restrictions effectively.