Peoria Proposes Water Conservation Ordinance Aimed at High-Usage Non-Residential Customers

The City of Peoria is taking important action to address the growing concern about water sustainability in the face of expansion. To make sure that non-residential organizations help preserve this important resource, a draft ordinance has been created. Details from a recent City Council Study Session indicate that the action is aimed at commercial, institutional, and industrial clients who are recognized for their higher water use levels.

The proposed rule would require prospective and existing customers who want to significantly increase their water usage to apply for a permit from the city before starting or expanding their water service. According to a news release from the City of Peoria, this would impact those who use more than 50,000 gallons daily on average each year or more than 100,000 gallons in a single day. This proposed regulation also determines what constitutes a “water-intensive user” in this regard.

In this quest, Peoria is not alone. It takes its cues from nearby towns that have successfully created comparable regulations, such as Chandler, Mesa, Gilbert, and Phoenix. Indicating a regional commitment to water sustainability, the foundation established by Peoria in the late 2000s is currently changing to conform to successful policies already in place throughout the Valley.

Over the next few weeks, the city’s administration plans to meet with stakeholders to get a range of opinions on the draft. According to the City of Peoria statement, the goal is not just to promote cooperation but also to refine the law before it returns to the Council for final consideration and possible adoption. This procedure demonstrates the city’s commitment to water resource management in support of its Integrated Water Resources Master Plan and its 100-year Designation of Assured Water Supply.

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