The region is under a Modified Phase II Water Shortage Order. In addition to the City of Tampa’s current mandatory once-a-week watering restrictions (which are enforced year-round), effective February 8, 2026:
No HOA or other entity shall enforce deed restrictions or other community standards requiring an increase in water use, including replacement of plant material to meet aesthetic standards or pressure washing.
Car washing at home (non-commercial) is only allowed on your designated watering day and you must use a hose with a shutoff nozzle.
Aesthetic fountains are limited to eight hours a day.
Thank You to Everyone Who Participated in Our Drop Savers Poster Contest!
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First, second, and third place County Winners are chosen by local judges from both the Tampa Water Department and Hillsborough County Public Utilities.
First place local winners advance to the statewide competition sponsored by the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSAWWA).
The divisions are categorized as follows:
Division 1: K - Grade 1
Division 2: Grades 2 - 3
Division 3: Grades 4 - 5
Division 4: Grades 6 - 8
Division 5: Grades 9 - 12
2024 Drop Savers Poster Contest Winners
*Another congratulations to Gabriel Angeli and Suah Kim who received first place, and Samara Ortiz who received 3rd place in their respective divisions in the statewide competition hosted by the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSAWWA).
2023 Drop Savers Poster Contest Winners
2022 Drop Savers Poster Contest Winners
*Another congratulations to Ayaan Sangomola who received 1st place and Miki Lin who received 3rd place in their divisions in the statewide competition!
Have Questions?
To request additional information or if you have any questions, please e-mail SaveWater@tampa.gov or call (813) 274-8121, option #5.
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