Rain Barrels

What are Rain Barrels?

Rain barrels are containers used to collect a portion of the rainwater that flows from your rooftop and stores it for uses such as watering your lawn and garden. By capturing water from downspouts that would otherwise discharge onto a paved surface, rain barrels can reduce the amount of polluted stormwater runoff reaching local streams.  You can build your own rain barrel or purchase a pre-assembled rain barrel and install it yourself. Rain barrels are sold at most major hardware stores, garden centers and online vendors. A range of materials, designs, and colors are available.  

Rebates for Rain Barrels

Rebates are available to single family and townhouse residences, homeowners associations, condominium associations and other non-profits in the City of Rockville. To receive a rebate you must apply prior to installation and retain and submit itemized receipts and/or final invoices for all project costs. Rebate amounts will not exceed documented costs. Projects must be completed within 6 months of approval. Properties are eligible to receive a lifetime total of $2,500 per property in RainScapes rebates.