A.A. County Stormwater Management Tax Credit
Rain Barrels do more than save water!
Rain Barrels are an easy and pretty cheap way to cut down on pollution
that harms the Chesapeake Bay from stormwater runoff. They are simple
to set up, they capture lots of spring water for use later in the season,
and folks tell us that their vegetable plants grow better with recycled
rain water than with tap water. And Rain Barrels can save you ca$h! How
great is that?
Achla
Rain Catchers and other eco friendly landscaping help conserve water
and reduce pollution. Most parts of Anne Arundel County were built without
stormwater controls, so water rushes into streams, thus dumping sediment
and pollutants that eventually reach the Bay. Did you know that one inch
of rainfall hitting a 1,200 square-foot roof generates 748 gallons of
stormwater? Take control of your stormwater with an Achla Rain Catcher.
Then spread the word to your neighbors, family and friends.
The City Council approved the tax credit in 2008 --- you can receive property
tax credits equivalent to 50% of the purchase price of approved stormwater
management landscaping *. Achla Rain Catchers are one way great way to
help our environment and receive a property tax credit (these savings
mean you can buy more plants at our Garden Center ?).
We have plenty of Achla Rain Catchers in our Garden Center and folks are
loving them. We have them in both 54-gallon water barrels and in 75-gallon
water barrels. Features and Benefits include:
• Made of durable UV-Stable poly-ethylene
• Compact to fit onto your deck or patio
• Removable debris screen keeps leaves and other materials from
falling into Rain Catcher and clogging flow. Screen also keeps mosquitoes
from taking up residence
• Child-safe lid
• Overflow mechanism to prevent big storm water from gushing out
the top
• Built-in outlet hose has convenient shut-off valve
• Can be linked with other barrels for additional capacity (includes
linking kit)
• Your gardens will love the “soft water” – NO
chlorine, NO lime, NO calcium, an all natural source for your landscaping.
And your saved water can be used to wash cars too!
*The Stormwater Management Tax Credit is administered by the A.A. County
Office of Finance. For Application and details, please call 410-222-1739.
