Rainwater harvesting is encouraged in Winter Park. Residential rain barrels and small cisterns are permitted without special approval and are actively promoted for irrigation use.
Florida and SJRWMD encourage rainwater capture to reduce potable water use. Winter Park residents can install rain barrels at downspouts with no permit for typical 50 to 100 gallon units. Larger cisterns may trigger building permit review for structural and plumbing separation. Harvested water is for irrigation and non-potable uses only.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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