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Arizona can’t stop homebuilding while policy ruling is appealed
A judge won't back down — even temporarily — from his ruling that state water officials acted illegally in changing the rules for home builders.
Arizona’s groundwater future hinges on 2026 election
Arizona’s gubernatorial candidates have starkly different views on groundwater regulation. Meanwhile, local communities aren't waiting for legislative action.
Arizona prepares for deeper Colorado River water cuts
With Arizona facing Colorado River cuts, the region’s water experts are turning to both short-term reserves and long-term alternatives to prepare for a drier future.
Arizona avoids ‘draconian’ Colorado River cuts — for now
The federal government will adopt Arizona’s preferred plan for Colorado River reductions over the next two years, but more drastic cuts could still be on the horizon.Â
Arizona facing deep Colorado River cuts under ‘unacceptable’ federal plan
Federal regulators will drastically reduce Colorado River allocations to Lower Basin states, including Arizona, leaving Upper Basin states relatively unscathed.
Judge rules against ADWR’s water-based restrictions of Phoenix housing developments
Key Points: Court rules Arizona Department of Water Resources acted illegally in 2023 when it restricted housing development in Phoenix over water supply concerns The state water department’s decision affected […]
Court considers state lawsuit against Saudi firm’s groundwater usage
Key Points: Judge weighs pausing lawsuit amid active management area regulation State alleges excessive pumping of groundwater causing harm to community only court can fix Fondomonte claims court should avoid […]
Tom Buschatzke: Keeping Arizona’s faucets functioning
Editor’s Note: This Q&A originally published in the Nov. 22, 2024, print edition of the Arizona Capitol Times. It is republished here in light of Tom Buschatzke’s role in the […]
Judge to rule on Fondomonte’s groundwater use as public nuisance case unfolds
Key Points:Â Fondomonte seeks to leave restrictions to state water resources agency State argues need for court order to ensure targeted relief, usage constraints Judge weighs whether administrative regulation negates […]
New groundwater irrigation suspended in the Ranegras Plain
Correction: This article was corrected to remove a misleading quote, add an accurate reflection of the number of public comments provided to the ADWR and clarify that only new groundwater […]
Home Builders Association raises concerns over new Ag-to-Urban program
Key Points: Ag-to-Urban allows farmers to trade irrigated land for residential development Program aims to minimize water use and expand housing opportunities Its complex application process may deter some farmers […]
State issues assured water supply designation amid ongoing lawsuits
Key Points: EPCOR Utilities is the first recipient of an alternative designation of assured water supply The designation was granted under new water rules adopted last year ADWR is currently […]
