Level 4 water restrictions to come into effect at Yeoval
Published on 09 December 2019
Reduced flows in Buckinbah Creek have forced Cabonne Council to introduce Level 4 water restrictions in Yeoval from next Sunday (15 December 2019).
The Council’s capacity to supply reticulated water to Yeoval has been significantly reduced due to insufficient flows in the creek and reduced groundwater capability.
This means that:
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Activity
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Level 4
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Watering of Lawns
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Not Permitted
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Watering of gardens
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Microsprays, drip systems and soaker hoses may be used each Wednesday and Sunday between 6pm and 8pm (daylight savings time)
Watering systems, non-fixed sprinklers hand-held hoses not permitted at any time
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Irrigation of new turf
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Not Permitted
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Topping up, filling garden water features
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Permitted
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Washing down walls or paved surfaces
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Not Permitted
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Topping up swimming pools/spas
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Permitted only between 7am-9am and 6pm-8pm each day. Pool cover must be used
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First fill of swimming pools/spas
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Only with Council permission after water savings shown elsewhere on property. Cover must be used
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Inflatable or temporary children’s pools
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Permitted
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Washing cars at home
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Permitted only with bucket on lawn between 9am-noon
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Use of evaporative air-conditioners
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Permitted only between 7am-midnight each day
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Construction industry eg. Mortar or concrete mix
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Permitted
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Construction – wash down, paint preparation, curing etc
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Business must implement and comply with Water Saving Action Plan
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The Yeoval reticulated system supplies residents with chlorinated raw water only, which is non-portable. Providing alternative sources of drinking water is the responsibility of each householder.
Residents’ assistance in reducing water consumption is imperative to maintain sufficient supply for essential household purposes. However, Level 4 water restrictions are enforceable under the NSW Local Government Act and failing to comply with the restrictions can result in a fine of up to $220.
Anyone seeking further information is invited to contact Cabonne Council’s Engineering Department on 63907100.