Greywater System Design Workshop

8742 Nugget Lane near Skyway, Paradise CA

22 May, 2021

Description

Water that has been used once—say for doing a load of wash—but is still usable for other things is called “greywater.” Greywater can be a supplemental water resource for fire resilient homes and landscape restoration. Recent code changes make greywater systems allowable in Butte County and the Town of Paradise. Camp Fire Restoration Project will be collaborating with Paradise Permaculture to present a workshop on Saturday, May 22, from 9 AM to 5 PM at 8742 Nugget Lane in Paradise on how to build a simple greywater system to re-use water for landscaping and other purposes. Learn about materials, installation specs, California legal code, and caring for your system. The event is free, though you are encouraged register ahead of time and invited make a donation at Eventbrite or through CFRP’s website or Facebook page. Janel Luke, coordinator of the workshop, said, “California is experiencing an increase in wildfire occurrences and severity, exacerbated by drought conditions. Greywater systems are a cost-efficient, eco-friendly, LEGAL way to recycle your household water and create lush, healthy defensible space around your home.” Workshop attendees will learn from local permaculture expert Ed Fortenberry and other local contractors and a licensed plumber who can speak to permits and codes relating to greywater systems in California and Paradise specifically. Handouts with all you need to know will be available. Come prepared with all your questions! This will be a full day of learning, community, and hands-on fun to be had by all. There will be a break for lunch, so bring a bag lunch or grab lunch at one of the trucks or restaurants in town. For more information about the workshop, please go online to campfirerestorationproject.org