Rainwater harvesting is legal and encouraged in Brooklyn; NYC DEP offers free rain barrels through its giveaway program for non-potable outdoor use.
Rainwater harvesting for outdoor, non-potable uses such as garden watering is fully legal in Brooklyn. NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) actively promotes rain barrels as part of its green infrastructure program under NYC Admin Code §24-526.1 and regularly holds free rain barrel giveaways for homeowners. Barrels up to 55 gallons generally do not require permits if used for non-potable purposes, disconnected from building plumbing, and maintained with a mosquito screen per NYC Health Code §151.02. Larger cisterns or systems connected to indoor plumbing require DEP approval and licensed plumber installation. Potable use requires additional treatment and DOHMH review.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Kings County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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