New homes in California will face watering limits

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8. My HOA relandscaped our entryway island.

We planted low-water use plants and used inorganic ground cover. We wanted to convey to passers by that we are conserving water. One small problem. We still have a large expanse of green lawn on either side of the entry way, and the board refuses to even consider replacing it.

We also have large expanses of lawn in the main areas, including huge expanses that are to the rear of houses where they cannot be seen, and have two pools serving 145 units. The board will not consider closing one pool, will not entertain the idea of replacing any of the lawn areas with other types of planting, and absolutely refuses to allow the use of artificial turf.

But we, by God, have a lovely water conserving planting at the 200 sq. ft. island at the entryway to our complex. I am so proud.