Water Management

Mosman Council is responsible for the stormwater system which drains the local government area, and is committed to improving the quality of this water. Council also works with residents and builders to achieve water sensitive urban design in Mosman and assist with water conservation efforts by individuals, groups and businesses.

• Stormwater

  Stormwater is pure rainwater plus anything the rain carries along with it. In urban areas stormwater is generated by rain runoff from roof, roads, driveways, footpaths and other impervious or hard surfaces.

• Documents and Resources

  Detailed information on aspects of Mosman Council’s water management, in the areas of education, monitoring, structural works, plans, policies and reports.

• Water Conservation

  Water is a scarce resource that is essential for our existence and our supplies are increasingly coming under pressure. From installing a rainwater tank to reusing greywater, there are many ways we can save water.