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Central Water Authority (Dry Season) (No. 2) Regulations 2020.

Country/Territory
Mauritius
Document type
Regulation
Date
2020
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Government Gazette of Mauritius No. 147 of 1 December 2020.
Subject
Water
Keyword
Water supply Water abstraction Water shortage/drought Offences/penalties Sustainable use
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Small Island Developing States
Entry into force notes
These regulations shall come into operation on 1 December 2020.
Abstract

These Regulations aims at preventing the waste of water by establishing limits for water use. According to these regulations, no person shall, without reasonable excuse, use any water supply for domestic purpose or water supply for non-domestic purpose through a hosepipe, sprinkler or any similar apparatus, or in any wasteful manner: to wash a vehicle; to wash a pavement, building or part of a building; or to water a hedge, lawn or garden. The document also establishes a calendar of irrigation days. Finally, it contains sanctions for any person who contravenes these regulations.

Full text
English
Website
www.gov.mu