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Sarasota County is especially strong for irrigation because it explicitly covers separate irrigation systems, connected irrigation plumbing, and auxiliary water systems.
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Sarasota County Public Utilities Cross-Connection Control Program irrigation backflow rules
Sarasota County is especially strong for irrigation because it explicitly covers separate irrigation systems, connected irrigation plumbing, and auxiliary water systems.
Utility: Sarasota County Public Utilities Cross-Connection Control Program
Last verified: 2026-04-05
Due basis: Sarasota County requires maximum protection for all non-residential customers, can require annual operational testing for residential irrigation assemblies, and routes notices to approved testers with shut-off timelines and hazard IDs.
Highlights
- Connected lawn irrigation must meet Florida code with PVB or RP protection.
- The utility may require annual operational testing for irrigation devices.
- Approved testers are public and county-registered.
Workflow
Workflow
- Confirm whether the irrigation system is separate, connected, or auxiliary-water-fed.
- Choose an approved contractor from the county list.
- Respond before the county notice window closes.
Residential
- Residential demand is real here because the county explicitly addresses separate irrigation systems, auxiliary water, and connected lawn irrigation plumbing.
- The county even offers a lower-friction dual-check option in limited situations.
Commercial and managed properties
- Commercial value is strong because all non-residential customers must maintain maximum protection at the meter.
- The county keeps both general approved contractors and fire protection contractors on public official lists.
Tester routing
Use the governing authority's official tester list first, then only treat any sponsor placement as secondary routing.
FAQ
Local questions people actually ask
Does Sarasota County Public Utilities Cross-Connection Control Program require annual backflow testing?
On the county notification cycle, with annual operational testing where required. Sarasota County requires maximum protection for all non-residential customers, can require annual operational testing for residential irrigation assemblies, and routes notices to approved testers with shut-off timelines and hazard IDs.
Who is affected by Sarasota County Public Utilities Cross-Connection Control Program backflow rules?
Sarasota County utility customers with non-residential services, auxiliary water, separate irrigation, or connected lawn irrigation that creates cross-connection risk.
How do I submit or confirm a backflow test for Sarasota County Public Utilities Cross-Connection Control Program?
Use the official utility workflow and submission methods listed on this page: Sarasota County cross-connection program, Sarasota County approved contractor list. Program phone: 941-861-0527.
Where should I look for testers for Sarasota County Public Utilities Cross-Connection Control Program?
Start with the governing authority's published tester list. This utility has an official approved-tester route and it should be treated as the primary source.
Official sources
Sarasota County cross-connection program
Sarasota County is especially strong for irrigation because it explicitly covers separate irrigation systems, connected irrigation plumbing, and auxiliary water systems.
official county program page
Sarasota County approved contractor list
Sarasota County is especially strong for irrigation because it explicitly covers separate irrigation systems, connected irrigation plumbing, and auxiliary water systems.
official contractor list pdf