Rainwater Tanks Adelaide

Rainwater Tank and Plumbing Rebate – Adelaide, SA

Receive up to $2100 for your water tank rebate in South Australia (SA)

Collect water and up to $1,000.
A rebate is generally not available for renovations and extensions as from 1 July 2006, because most new houses and significant extensions or additions to existing homes need to include a rainwater supply as part of the building approval process.

What does the rainwater tank rebate cover?

* $200 for the purchase of a new or replacement rainwater tank which needs to be plumbed for use to either a toilet or all cold water laundry outlets or hot water service
* Up to $600 for plumbing services (including services of a licensed plumber) to connect rainwater to either a toilet or all cold water laundry outlets or hot water service
* Up to another $200 extra for additional installation measures

General terms and conditions are:

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All rainwater tanks need to be 1000 litres or more and plumbed into at least one eligible fixture type (toilet cistern, all laundry cold water outlets or hot water service)
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Eligible homes are generally homes for which an application for development approval was lodged before 1 July 2006
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You must obtain a signed Certificate of Compliance from a licensed plumber indicating which eligible fixture types have been plumbed in
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You will need to provide the original receipt when claiming the rebate for the rainwater tank and switching device.
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Rainwater tanks and plumbing must comply with relevant Australian Standards and any local council requirements that may apply.