Rainwater harvesting is legal and encouraged in Ocoee. Rain barrels and cisterns for irrigation do not require a permit when gravity-fed and not connected to the potable water system. Cross-connection with municipal plumbing is prohibited.
Florida does not regulate residential rainwater collection, and SJRWMD promotes it as a conservation strategy. Ocoee Utilities occasionally distributes discounted rain barrels through community events. Systems larger than 2,500 gallons or those pressurized into the household plumbing require review for backflow prevention under FL Plumbing Code. Collected rainwater should not be used for drinking without proper filtration and disinfection. HOAs in Ocoee may require screening of barrels from street view.
Cross-connection with potable water: violation of FL Plumbing Code with required disconnection and fines. Unscreened installations in HOA neighborhoods: HOA enforcement, not city. Mosquito breeding in open barrels: nuisance citation if unaddressed.
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