Rainwater tank rebate
Rainwater tank rebates of up to $600 are available to Clarence Valley Council water customers who install a new rainwater tank connected to the home/toilet/laundry. New tanks for outdoor/garden use not connected to the home, are also eligible for a rebate. Additional rebates of $300 are also available for connecting an existing rainwater tank (conditions apply).
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Tank capacity (litres)
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Tank only rebate
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Total plumbed tank rebate
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For existing tank 3000+
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-
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$300
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3000-6999
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$200
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$500
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7000+
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$300
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$600
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Eligibility
All tanks
- Only available to town water customers, one rebate per connection.
- Minimum capacity of 3000 litres.
- Must be a new tank with at least 12 months warranty.
- Tank water use must comply with the CVC water restriction policy
- Only for the collection and storage of rainwater for use on site.
- Must comply with all relevant council requirements plumbing, building codes, and be fitted with a first flush device.
Connected tanks
- Must be connected at least to a toilet or laundry.
- Must be connected by a licensed plumber.
Application requirements
- Receipt of tank purchase
- Receipt for plumbing services detailing work completed.
- Photographs to verify installation (or inspection by council officer).
Extra notes
- Generally not available if existing tanks are plumbed into the house or where a previous council rainwater tank rebate has been granted.
- Where no previous rebate has been granted, special application to increase the size of existing tanks may be made and assessed on its merits.
- New homeowners with a BASIX requirement to fit a rainwater tank, may be eligible for a rebate for water tank storage exceeding BASIX requirements.
For information on choosing, installing and maintaining a rainwater tank click here.
Apply for rainwater tank rebate