Our Environment » Rainwater Tank Program   Lane Cove Council Rainwater Tank Rebate Program After reviewing programs at a number other Councils, Lane Cove Council has developed a Rainwater Tank Rebate Scheme which makes it easier for residents to install a rainwater tank. The scheme provides qualifying residents with a rebate of up to $550* to install a rainwater tank and have it plumbed-in to either the toilet and/or the washing machine. Using rainwater to flush your toilet and wash your clothes can reduce your water bill by up to 30%. The Lane Cove Council rebate is for up to $550 calculated as follows: Combined Tank Capacity 2000 L - 3999 L $100 4000 L and above $150 Internal Connections Connection to toilet(s) $200 Connection to washing machine(s) $200 This rebate is available to residents who have installed a tank (tank rebate) or connected an existing tank (connection rebate) on or after 1st July 2007. How do I apply for a rebate? To apply for a rebate you will need: To complete a Rainwater Tank Rebate Application Form To send a copy of the plumber's invoice showing the tank and/or connection, the date of installation and the address where the tank was installed. Return these forms to: Lane Cove Council Attn: Sustainability Levy Projects Coordinator PO Box 20 Lane Cove NSW 1595 *Conditions Apply. Maximum rebate is $550. Tank must be installed on or after 1 July 2007. Rebate is calculated on combined tank capacity. The applicant must be an owner of the residential property where the tank is installed. Rainwater tanks installed to comply with BASIX are not eligible for a rebate. For a full list of Terms and Conditions click here. Climate Clever Shop Lane Cove Council, in conjunction with other Councils in the northern Sydney region, has developed the Climate Clever Shop to make it easier for residents to install water and energy saving technologies at discounted rates. Products chosen for inclusion in the Climate Clever Shop have been assessed for the quality of the product, level of service offered by the supplier, and value for residents. The following suppliers will offer discounted rainwater tank installation for Lane Cove residents: BlueScope Water Pty Ltd www.bluescopewater.com Coastal Water Tanks www.nu-tech.com.au Roseville Plumbing www.rosevilleplumbing.com.au Department of Environment and Climate Change Rebates Council's rainwater tank rebates are in addition to the rebates currently offered by the Department of Environment and Climate Change and administed in the Sydney region by Sydney Water*. Under this program, residents may be eligible for the following rebates. Tank Capacity 2000 L - 3999 L $150 4000 L - 6999 L $400 7000 L and above $500 Internal Connections Connection to toilet $500 Connection to washing machine $500 *Conditions Apply. For more information visit the Department of Environment and Climate Change website.   National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative Rainwater tanks and greywater systems purchased after 30 January 2009 may also be eligible for a rebate under the Australian Government's National Rainwater and Greywater Initiaitve*. To be eligible, rainwater tanks must be internally connected for toilet and/or laundry use. The rebate structure is as follows: Rainwater tank(s) 2000 L - 3999 L $400 Rainwater tank(s) 4000 L and above $500 Permanent greywater treatment system $500 *Conditions Apply. For more information visit the Department of Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts website. Last updated 21 August 2009.