Would you like to save money on your water bill? The City of Plantation, in partnership with Broward County, is offering rebates for installation of EPA WaterSense-labeled smart irrigation controllers and pressure regulating spray bodies. To be eligible you must have a working, city water irrigation system at your home. Qualifying applicants receive an irrigation system evaluation from Broward County staff, a report detailing how to improve your system and a conservation kit. Visit broward.org/irrigation rebate to check eligibility and apply. First come, first served!

Visit Conservationpays.com to see if you qualify to receive a rebate.

You may contact a City of Plantation representative at 954-513-3518 to learn more about the program.

Permanent Twice-per-week Landscape Watering Schedule

Water restrictions for Broward County allow lawn irrigation two (2) days a week for all property sizes. (Broward County approved Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2010-01), which applies to all cities in Broward County.) The best hours for maximum watering benefit is midnight - 7:00am or 4:00pm - 11:59pm.

• Wednesdays and Saturdays for Residents and Businesses with an ODD numbered street address (ending in 1, 3, 5, 7, 9)
• Thursdays and Sundays for Residents and Businesses with an with an EVEN numbered street address (ending in 0, 2, 4, 6, 8), no street address, or who water both even and odd addresses within the same zones, including multi-family units and Homeowner Associations

The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) recommends the efficient use of water, which includes placing a maximum of about three-quarters of an inch to an inch of water, once per week, on lawns and accomplishing irrigation during the early morning hours when temperatures and wind speed are the lowest to reduce evaporation losses.

We strongly encourage residents to conserve water.  If the City of Plantation residents and businesses permanently reduce our per capita water consumption, we may be able to delay or eliminate the need for costly alternative water supply projects.

What does water conservation mean?

Water Conservation means the policies , practices, strategies, activities, and actions that are exercised to successfully manage and sustain he natural resource of fresh, clean, and safe water, while protecting the hydrosphere and meeting the current and future needs for water.

What are some of the personal benefits of water conservation?

Water conservation saves money, saves energy, and save the environment.

When should I practice water conservation?

Water conservation should be practiced year-round, indoors and outdoors.  Habitual water conservation efforts impact weather extremes and the growing demands on the limited water supply needed by Florida’s residents, the economy and our environment.

How do I calculate my water usage? 

Log onto epa.gov/watersense to learn about the importance of water conservation, and how to save by calculating your water usage.

How do I calculate my water savings?

Visit ConservationPays.com to calculate water savings and read FAQs.

How do I find out about tips to fix water leaks?

Helpful Tips on fixing water leaks.

Launched in October 2011, the Broward Water Partnership (BWP) is a coalition of 18 Broward County municipalities and water utilities created to educate residents and businesses about water resources and the importance of conserving water for current and future sustainability. The BWP has promoted water conservation throughout Broward County through various forms of media. It has awarded rebates to participating residents and businesses.

Basic Water Conservation Tips and Practices

• Replace aerators in kitchen and bathroom sinks with low-flow models rated for 1.5 gallons per minute or less.
• Replace old, pre-1994 toilets with high-efficiency toilets. 1.28 gallons per flush with a MaP rated 800-1000 grams for best conservation measures.
• Install low-flow water showerheads, shorten your shower time to five minutes, and use only 10-25 gallons of water.  Filling a bathtub can take up to 70 gallons of water; take showers instead.
• Turn off the faucets while shaving, brushing your teeth, lathering your hands or face.
• Install low-flow, energy efficient dishwashers and clothes washers.  Only run full loads of dishes and laundry.
• Follow the County’s year-round landscape irrigation water conservation measures and local ordinances.
• Fix all leaks: toilets, all indoor faucets and outdoor spigots.  Even the smallest leaks are wasteful and expensive; fixing leaks will reduce your bill.
• Use a broom, not the hose, to clean the sidewalk, patio, or driveway.

Make Water Conservation a Year-Round Ethic

• Squeeze Every Drop
• South Florida Water Management
• NatureScape
• Know the Flow
• ConservationPays.com
• EPA Water Sense
• Water Shortage Watch - Keeping an Eye on Water Supply