Proposed Landscape Irrigation Standards and Watering Restrictions A…

Where This Stands

Currently dead. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Last action

Died in Natural Resources & Disasters SubcommitteeMar 13, 2026

Lead sponsor

Nan Cobb

Procedural history

7 actions

Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroduced
1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
Dec 12, 2025House
Now in Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee
Dec 12, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to State Affairs Committee
Dec 12, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to Agriculture & Natural Resources Budget Subcommittee
Dec 12, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
Dec 12, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee

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Dec 2, 2025HouseIntroduced
Filed

Version history

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The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this bill would impose strict, mandatory watering schedules on all residential and nonresidential properties in Florida and require property owners to hire licensed contractors for irrigation system modifications, with fines up to $500 for non-compliance.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owners

Must adhere to mandatory watering schedules and hire licensed contractors for system installations or modifications.

Licensed irrigation contractors

Must follow new design, permitting, and reporting requirements and are subject to new licensing standards.

Local governments

Authorized to enforce the act, issue permits, and collect fines for violations.

Construction Industry Licensing Board

Membership is expanded to include a landscape irrigation contractor.

What changed

Last recorded activity December 2, 2025.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill establishes statewide standards for the design, installation, and maintenance of landscape irrigation systems to promote water conservation. It mandates specific watering schedules, requires licensed contractors for most irrigation work, and sets new efficiency requirements for sprinkler equipment.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still water my lawn whenever I want?

No. The bill mandates specific days and times for irrigation based on your address and the time of year. Irrigation is prohibited between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. regardless of the day.

Do I need a professional to fix my sprinklers?

Property owners may perform their own maintenance, but any installation, alteration, or connection to a water supply must be performed by a licensed irrigation contractor.

What happens if I violate the watering schedule?

You will receive a written warning for the first violation. A second violation results in a $50 fine, and subsequent violations can result in fines up to $500.

Why It Matters

If enacted, this bill would impose strict, mandatory watering schedules on all residential and nonresidential properties in Florida and require property owners to hire licensed contractors for irrigation system modifications, with fines up to $500 for non-compliance.