California Bans Watering Of "Non-Functional" Ornamental Grass At Commercial, Industrial Buildings

CBS Los Angeles

May 25, 2022

California banned the watering of "non-functional" grass at commercial, industrial, and institutional sites as the state heads toward a devastatingly dry, hot summer.

The State Water Resources Control Board voted unanimously Tuesday to implement a statewide ban on watering of "non-functional" turf in commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors. Non-functional turf is considered to be any grass that is ornamental and not used for recreational purposes, so the ban would not apply to school fields, sports fields, and parks.

"California is facing a drought crisis and every local water agency and Californian needs to step up on conservation efforts," Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a statement. "I am hopeful the measures enacted by the State Water Board will lead to a reduction of water use across the state."

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