Step 6 - Design Review and Obtaining Permission

Once you have a schematic design of your rain barrel, schedule a meeting with your principal and facilities/maintenance manager. This is an information gathering meeting and be prepared to make revisions based on the discussion at the meeting.

Be prepared to discuss the construction and maintenance issues with the principal and maintenance staff.
[Read the following steps (Step 8 – Construction and Step 12 – Maintenance) to understand the materials, material delivery, and site preparation procedures.]

During the meeting:
● Review the draft design
● Discuss the construction of the rain barrel
● Find out about school regulations about delivery and storage of materials and equipment that will be used for construction of the rain barrel.
● Discuss the maintenance issues (roles and responsibilities)