According to NPR, the drought in California is leading to mandatory water restrictions in urban areas.

• A reduction in water use by 25 percent for California cities and towns.
• New pricing structures by local water agencies to encourage conservation.
• Replacement of 50 million square feet of lawns throughout California with “drought tolerant landscaping.”
• Rebates for water-efficient appliances.
• New reporting guidelines for agricultural water users.

According to Slate, urban areas and industry together make up about 20% if water use in California. Agriculture makes up the other 80%.