Sydney Water

Rainwater Tank Rebate Program

Sydney Water is offering a rebate to customers who install a rainwater tank until July 2009. Rainwater tanks have many advantages - no matter where you live. Even in urban areas where a reticulated service is available, rainwater tanks help conserve valuable drinking water and reduce stormwater run-off.

Sydney Water's Rainwater Tank Rebate Program offers customers up to $1500 to install a rainwater tank on their property. A special Rainwater Tanks in Schools Rebate Program is also available for schools looking to harvest rainwater and re-use to flush toilets and for irrigation systems.

What's the rebate for?

Sydney Water is offering the rebate to help customers install a rainwater tank. To qualify for the rebate, the rainwater tank must be both:

• A new tank with a capacity of 2,000 litres or more
• Purchased on or after 20 October 2002.
• This offer ends 31 July 2009

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.

How do I apply for the rebate?

Once your rainwater tank has been installed and any plumbing work completed by your licensed plumber, you are ready to apply for the rebate. You must:

• Fill in your part of the Rainwater Tank Rebate Program Form
• Get your plumber (if you had plumbing work done) to fill in their section
• Attach your official receipts for the tank and installation
• Send it to:

• Sydney Water
• Rainwater Tank Rebate Program
• PO Box 17
• Wollongong NSW 2520

What are the terms and conditions of the Rebate?

If you have any questions please contact Sydney Water on 13 20 92 or visit Sydney Water website (The Terms and Conditions of Sydney Water's Rainwater Tank RebateProgram are detailed in the Rebate Program brochure.)

When do I get my rebate?

A cheque for your rebate is usually sent out within 60 days of receiving a completed application form and receipts for the tank and installation, subject to verification of all details.