House builders call for wider rollout of water efficiency scheme

The House Builders Federation has called for the nationwide rollout of a United Utilities programme to incentivise property developers to build water efficient homes with sustainable drainage systems. The scheme offers developers a 90% discount on water connection charges for new homes with measures such as efficient fixtures, fittings and appliances designed to keep daily water usage below 100 litres per person.

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