| NSW Government Residential Rainwater
Rebate Program
Rebates are available
for rainwater tanks. They are additional to any other rebate or
incentive offer currently available to NSW residents.
The $100 million Residential Rebate Program is part of the NSW Government's
Climate Change Fund and has been established to help people make
their homes more water and energy efficient.
Rainwater Tank
Rebate
The Rainwater
tank rebate provides up to $1500 for rainwater
tanks connected to toilets and washing machines
Click
here to download the Residential Rebate Program brochure (294kb, requires Acrobat
Reader)
The Rainwater Tank Rebate is part of the NSW Government's $310 million Climate
Change Fund, which is helping business, households
and government save energy and water.
The rebate is available for the installation of any new rainwater
storage system for residential properties in NSW.
Eligibility
- The tank(s) must have a minimum 2000-litre capacity and be
purchased in full and installed between 1 July 2007 and 30 June
2009.
- Households not connected to the mains supply are eligible for
a rebate for the purchase of the tank only.
- Rainwater tanks installed to comply with BASIX (the Building
Sustainability Index) for new homes, major renovations or a pool
installation are not eligible for a rebate.
See the full terms and conditions for the rebate.
How Much is the Rebate?
The rebate is based on the size of the tank and whether the rainwater
is plumbed into your toilet or washing machine.
| Tank(s) capacity |
Rebate |
Connection to toilet(s) |
Connection to
washing machine(s) |
Maximum total |
| 2000–3999 litres |
$150 |
$500 |
$500 |
$1150 |
| 4000–6999 litres |
$400 |
$500 |
$500 |
$1400 |
| 7000 litres and above |
$500 |
$500 |
$500 |
$1500 |
How Do I Apply?
You apply for the rebate after your tank has been installed and
any plumbing work is completed.
Sydney Water customers apply through Sydney
Water.
Customers of all other NSW water utilities, apply through the Department
of Environment and Climate Change NSW (DECC) and need to:
If you have any questions, please contact DECC on 1300 361 967.
When Do I Get My Rebate?
We will send out a cheque for your rebate within 60 days of receiving
the completed application form and receipt(s) for the tank and installation,
subject to verification of your application details.
Local Planning Requirements
The rules covering installation of rainwater tanks vary in different
areas. Many local councils have specific requirements for installing
the tank, including size, colour and distance from neighbours' boundaries.
Contact your local
council to find out about the planning and building
requirements in your area before you install a rainwater tank.
Tank Installation and Connection
Rainwater tank connections to the toilet or washing machine must
be undertaken by a licensed plumber and meet requirements under
the NSW
Code of Practice for Plumbing and Drainage.
The licensed plumber will need to sign your rebate application form
to confirm that the tank has been professionally connected and complies
with the regulations.
Many local water utilities also require an inspection of rainwater
tank plumbing. Your plumber is required to notify the local water
utility on completion of rainwater tank plumbing work and will be
able to advise you about local water utility requirements in your
area.
Health Requirements
The NSW Department of Health does not recommend drinking rainwater
where a reticulated water supply is available. More information
is available from the NSW
Health Rainwater Tank brochure.
Frequently Asked Questions
See the list of frequently
asked questions about the Rainwater Tank Rebate.
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