Have you ever thought about turning those rainy days into savings? The rules around collecting rainwater might surprise you.
Collecting rainwater is a simple, eco-friendly way to save money on your water bill when it comes to watering your lawn or garden. Would you believe some states restrict and even ban the collection of rainwater?
To make matters even more complicated, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio all have different rules when it comes to rainwater collection. We’re going to break it down for you by state below.
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The U.S. Department of Energy has created a map to highlight the different laws and regulations by state regarding collecting rainwater. Each color represents a different level of regulation. You can see the full interactive map by tapping here. We’ve outlined the different regulations for Michigan, Indian, and Ohio below.
Michigan Rainwater Collection Regulations
Technically, Michigan has no laws against collecting rainwater. However, some large water collection systems that are intended for nonpotable indoor use may be regulated by the Michigan Plumbing Code, which means they would require permits and proper installation…