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Council reviews ordinance to allow limited-use shallow irrigation wells for public parcels

Moses Lake City Council · November 13, 2025
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Summary

Council discussed a proposed municipal code change allowing limited-use shallow aquifer irrigation wells for public or semi-public parcels (minimum 3 acres) that lack access to alternative irrigation sources, including eligibility criteria, permit requirements to protect potable water, and potential language to address change-of-use or sale.

City staff presented an ordinance (Ordinance 3079) to permit limited-use shallow aquifer irrigation wells on parcels owned and operated by public or semi-public entities for irrigation of large green spaces, subject to eligibility, permit and protection requirements.

Key features staff described include a 3‑acre minimum parcel…

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