Water-Efficient Landscape Requirements in the City of Orange

• Purpose: New landscape construction must adhere to State and local water conservation laws.
• Review Process: The City reviews and approves commercial and residential landscape plans to ensure compliance.
• Threshold: Any new landscape over 500 square feet requires compliance when seeking permits or design review.
• Guidelines: Refer to the City’s Landscape Standards and Specifications, specifically Section IX and the Guidelines for Implementation.
• Quality and Aesthetics: These standards aim to enhance aesthetics and residents’ quality of life.

• Landscape Standards and Specifications
• Water Usage Restrictions in Orange
• California Department of Water Resources

Please email Nathan Bluhm at nbluhm@cityoforange.org if you have any questions.

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230 E. Chapman Ave.
Orange, CA 92866
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