Zoning cannot regulate the water system, but it can make the applicant, utility, and regulators answer the public's questions before approval.
PUBLIC QUESTION
APPLICANT DISCLOSURE
UTILITY + REGULATOR CHECK
ZONING DECISION
How much? Where from? What happens in a drought?
Require use estimate, source identification, cooling method
Capacity confirmation, Permit path, Contingency plan
Conditions, Phasing, Monitoring / reporting
Zoning usually cannot allocate water rights, set rates, or manage regional supply. It can require transparent, reviewable information.