Utah's drought is getting serious, so Murray is asking everyone to dial back the lawn watering. If your HOA is trying to force you to keep your grass green, just know that state law actually has your back.
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Residents may now qualify for state-funded rebates for water-wise landscaping.
Homeowners looking to reduce water usage and qualify for state rebates.
Developers or property owners who prefer traditional turf-heavy landscaping.
Central Utah ranchers and farmers are facing tough decisions after an extremely dry winter left spring runoff nearly nonexistent across much of the state.
The latest weekly drought map shows slight improvement in two areas of Utah when comparing the map from May 19 to the one released covering the week through May 26.
The city is implementing a new water conservation plan and upgrading to smart meters to detect leaks early and manage water usage more effectively.
The city is updating landscaping codes to help residents and businesses qualify for Utah Water Savers rebates. This will limit turf grass and encourage more sustainable yard designs.
Murray is updating its landscaping code so residents can finally get rebates for water-wise yard projects. It also sets new standards for how much lawn is allowed in new developments.
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