Rainwater harvesting is encouraged in Hillsborough County and not subject to permit for residential rain barrels and cisterns under 250 gallons. The county and SWFWMD offer rebates for rain barrel installation. Larger cisterns require plumbing permits if connected to indoor use.
Florida law allows rainwater collection without state permit for non-potable outdoor use. Hillsborough County Water Resources promotes rain barrels through the Florida-Friendly Landscaping program. Potable cross-connection is prohibited and any connection to indoor plumbing requires a licensed plumber and backflow prevention per the Florida Building Code. HOAs within Hillsborough cannot prohibit Florida-Friendly practices under FL 373.185.
Improper cross-connection: plumbing code violation and mandatory correction. HOA overreach: homeowner recourse under FL 373.185.
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