Level 2 water restrictions are in place, meaning there are limits on outdoor water usage. 'In order to continue to use drinking water and avoid fines, businesses must apply for a Level 2 water exemption permit if they cannot comply with the water restrictions.' Since Level 2 water restrictions were announced in December to save water while Sydney suffers droughts. Sydney Water has granted over 8,000 exemptions to enable businesses to keep trading and thousands more are still being processed. Businesses don’t need to apply for an exemption if the water being used isn't drinking water.

Source: Daily Mail January 30, 2020 01:39 UTC