Water Restriction Exemptions for Businesses

Do you use water outdoors as a core part of your business?

Businesses that rely on using water outdoors may need an exemption from the current restrictions.

What's Excluded From the Exemptions?

Types of water excluded

• Recycled water (supplied in some parts of Sydney through purple pipes)
• Greywater (water from sinks, showers, washing machines etc)
• Rainwater (as long as the tank/dam isn't topped up from, or switched to, the drinking water supply)
• Bore water
• River water (you need to have a licence)

Uses of water excluded

• Water parks
• Water used for firefighting, testing and related activities
• Water used for dust suppression

You don't need to apply for an exemption if your business only uses water indoors or the water you use outdoors isn't drinking water.