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Inquiry
The Reference Guide indicates that rainwater cistern should be covered and enclosed. Is this a requirement for earning the credit?
Ruling
To earn this credit, a storage system must be installed. The storage system must be designed to address concerns about mosquitoes, pests, and debris, and must be accessible for reuse of the water (e.g. plumbing to irrigation system, hose bib). Open wells, ponds, etc. are not considered acceptable storage systems for this credit.
Updated 10/1/13 for rating system applicability.
Internationally Applicable
Off
Campus Applicable
Off