Rainwater harvesting is legal and encouraged in San Leandro. Rain barrels under 5,000 gallons require no permit. EBMUD offers rebates for qualifying systems.
California Assembly Bill 1750 (Rainwater Capture Act) allows residents to collect rainwater from rooftops without a water right permit. In San Leandro, rain barrels and cisterns under 5,000 gallons for outdoor use are exempt from permits; larger tanks or potable use require plumbing review. EBMUD offers rebates on qualifying rain barrels and cisterns under its WaterSmart program. Captured water cannot be stored in a way that breeds mosquitoes.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
See how other cities in Alameda County handle rainwater harvesting.
See how San Leandro's rainwater harvesting rules stack up against other locations.
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