Nematodes are microscopic organisms that can control European Chafer beetles and are most effective when applied between late July and mid-August. As your lawn must be watered thoroughly before and after a nematode application, you can apply for a Water Exemption Permit from the City to water outside of the water use restrictions.
Please refer to our European Chafer Beetle Information to learn about managing European Chafer beetle infestations on your lawn.
Apply online by completing the Nematode Water Exemption Permit application form (PDF), and emailing the application form and proof of nematode application to Water Conservation. Please allow up to 3 business days for staff to process and issue the permit.
Apply in person at Engineering Customer Service at City Hall. Please bring your proof of nematode purchase. Permits will be ready for pickup on the same business day.
Companies may apply for nematode permits on behalf of multiple properties:
Please email Water Conservation and attach a complete and updated list of property addresses requiring permits, including the full names and contact numbers of the residents. Please organize the list in alphabetical order based on the residents’ last name.
Please allow up to 5 business days for staff to process and issue the permits.
If you have planted a new lawn or are replacing your old lawn during water use restrictions (May 1 through October 15) and the lawn has not yet established, you can request a temporary Water Exemption Permit from the City.
Apply online by completing the New Lawn Water Exemption Permit application form (PDF) and emailing it to Water Conservation. Applicants will receive an email with further instructions on how to pay for the permit online. Please allow up to 3 business days for staff to process and issue the permit.
You may also apply in person at Engineering Customer Service at City Hall, located at:
3000 Guildford Way
Coquitlam, BC V3B 7N2
Permits will be ready for pickup within the same business day.