So-called functional turf can be ….

So-called functional turf can be watered shorter periods of time as prescribed by the current irrigation restrictions, Dolch said. Those areas include greenbelts with trees and trees planted against the walls. Smaller trees in green areas in front of units will be hand watered by gardeners or residents as determined by Mutuals.

Non-functional turf cannot be watered. These areas are mostly confined to building frontage and the ends of buildings without trees, and will be generally noted on the guidelines.

Gardens that shareholders are permitted to plant in front of their homes can be watered two to three times a week (depending on necessity) early in the morning and after 6 p.m. Hose nozzles should be equipped with a positive shut-off devices.

There is a difference between residential property within Seal Beach and Leisure World. Per state guidelines, the Leisure World community’s common areas are not classified as “residential” when it comes to water restrictions. Instead Mutuals must abide by rules for common interest developments, or HOAs.

“Hopefully, we will adapt for the good of the goal and realize it is what it is,” said Dolch. “Please do not make requests of our gardeners as they are doing their jobs. We are going to have brown areas but in the spirit of LW and for the good of the greater community, we should adhere to conservation measures.”