Rain to Recreation highlights a South Seattle family’s innovative journey transforming water runoff from a large single-family residence into a sustainable water source for swimming pool maintenance, leveraging the RainWise Incentive Program for immediate cost savings. This success story demonstrates how smart design and local rebates turn urban rainfall into a viable resource, benefiting both homeowners and the community.
Discover how a South Seattle family transformed rooftop rainwater into a sustainable source for swimming pool maintenance. This thoughtful design maximizes utility, supports the community, and showcases how everyday homeowners can lead the charge in urban water conservation.
A large brick single-family residence in South Seattle, the property features a total roof area of 1,800 square feet confirmed by satellite imagery and on-site measurement. The available area for rainwater storage was constrained to the north side of the residence, parallel to the swimming pool.
Before Project
The only location suitable for placing the rain tank was on the north side of the property at ground level, parallel to the pool. This placement was both a constraint and an opportunity, as it aligned with the homeowner's preference for accessibility and system efficiency.
