The article discusses urban water resource development and usage in China. It predicts that urban water supply will be crucial in the future, with increasing demand for household and environmental water. Water scarcity will prompt better resource management and transferring water from agriculture to urban needs. The way water resources are managed will shift, focusing on safe supply, sources, and flood control in cities. The country is divided into six regions to tailor water strategies based on their natural and economic conditions. Solutions for urban water resource challenges are proposed to align with local circumstances.