Wayne's New Watering Policies: Here’s When You Can Water Your Lawn

WAYNE, NJ — New watering policies are in effect, permanently, for Wayne property owners.

The Wayne Water and Sewer Department has implemented a permanent, alternate-day watering schedule for residents in an attempt to conserve water.

“Most automated lawn sprinklers are typically set to run on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and on these days, Wayne sees a significant increase in water usage compared to the remaining days of the week,” a township statement read. “The new regulation allows even-numbered properties to water lawns and landscaping on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and odd-numbered properties to water on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.”

No lawn watering is permitted on Sundays; however, plants and shrubs can still be watered on these days, the township added.

The township requests that property owners set up their sprinkler system schedule as follows:

• If your address ends with an odd number, 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9, your watering days are Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
• If your address ends with an even number, 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8, your watering days are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

These new regulations do not apply to the following:

• Properties on private wells
• Newly planted lawns and landscaping from 30 days from the date of planting
• Agricultural operations, nurseries, and athletic fields
• Non-essential outdoor uses such as car washing, power washing, outdoor fountains, or pool filling.