Porous paving allows water to pass through it and filter back to the drains or into groundwater.

Raingardens are specially-designed garden beds that filter stormwater runoff from surrounding areas or stormwater pipes.

Rainwater tanks can reduce the harm to our waterways caused by too much stormwater.

Works near, on or above our assets must meet our technical requirements.

You must include preliminary plans and supporting documents that outline your proposed work when applying for approval to connect to our stormwater system.

Any new or modified stormwater connection into our drains, waterways or open drainage channels must meet our technical requirements, and be approved by us.

You are responsible for any damage plants cause to nearby buildings, footpaths, underground pipes and other structures. Following these guidelines can reduce vegetation management issues in the future.

Read about Melbourne's water supply and water storage levels, which face ongoing challenges from climate change and population growth. 

Our guidelines outline our technical requirements for utility installations aligned across or in parallel to our sewage and stormwater pipes, water mains and natural or artificial channels.