Parsippany Denville NJ impose outdoor water restrictions: details

Aug 24, 2023

Two central Morris County towns have imposed water restrictions expected to last through the summer − Parsippany as part of its annual conservation program and Denville due to a "catastrophic" equipment failure.

Both towns have asked homeowners and businesses to limit outdoor water use on an odd-even schedule.

Here's what you need to know:

In Morris County's most populous municipality, summer lawn watering rules went into effect on June 1 for the town's 56,000 residents. They'll be in place until Sept. 30.

The township imposed mandatory odd-even water restrictions on May 22 "to ensure an adequate water supply for water customers and fire protection service," according to an announcement on its website. The limits will remain in effect for 90 days unless canceled or extended.

"The restrictions have become immediately necessary as the industrial pump in the township's primary well suffered a catastrophic failure and as a result has placed considerable stress on the other potable wells in our system," the announcement said. "According to our vendors, the timeframe to have our primary well up and running is approximately two to three months."

Under the restrictions:

Violators will be subject to a municipal summons and fine, the town said.

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In its annual water quality report, Parsippany also included several water-saving tips. "You can reduce your water consumption by up to 25% by taking just a few simple steps," the town said.

Tips for inside the home:

Tips for conserving water outside: