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Stage 1 Water Restrictions Go Into Effect April 20 in Garner

Post Date:April 16, 2026 4:08 p.m.

Due to the persistent dry conditions, Raleigh Water is activating Stage 1 water-use restrictions effective Monday, April 20. Since the Town of Garner is served by Raleigh Water, these restrictions apply to all Garner residents.

What do Stage 1 restrictions mean?  

  • Automatic and non-automatic spray irrigation is allowed between midnight and 10 a.m. Homes with odd-numbered addresses may water on Tuesdays. Homes with even-numbered addresses may water on Wednesdays.  
  • Irrigation of landscapes is recommended at a maximum of one-half inch per week.  
  • Hose-end sprinklers: Use from 6–10 a.m. or 6–10 p.m. on Tuesdays (odd-numbered addresses) or Wednesdays (even-numbered addresses).  
  • Water customers must abide by reductions. Penalties apply for noncompliance.

Learn more and get updates: https://raleighnc.gov/alerts/raleigh-water-activates-stage-1-water-restrictions-drought-conditions-continue

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