California SB1139 prohibits the use of potable water for nonfunctional turf on various properties and sets enforcement and compliance deadlines.

California SB1139 prohibits the use of potable water for nonfunctional turf on commercial, industrial, and institutional properties, as well as properties of homeowners’ associations, common interest developments, and community service organizations. The prohibition takes effect on different dates for different property types, starting with properties owned by the Department of General Services on January 1, 2027, and ending with common areas of homeowners’ associations on January 1, 2029.

California SB1139 prohibits the use of potable water for nonfunctional turf on various properties and sets enforcement and compliance deadlines.

California SB1139 prohibits the use of potable water for nonfunctional turf on commercial, industrial, and institutional properties, as well as properties of homeowners’ associations, common interest developments, and community service organizations. The prohibition takes effect on different dates for different property types, starting with properties owned by the Department of General Services on January 1, 2027, and ending with common areas of homeowners’ associations on January 1, 2029.