Washing a vehicle at home can add pollutants to our local waterways and the San Francisco Bay. Although soap and detergents scour away oil, metals, dirt and other pollutants from the vehicle, the dirty water it creates carries pollutants into the nearest storm drain system. This dirty water further flows through pipes, channels and creeks until it reaches the San Francisco Bay where the pollutants are toxic to aquatic life and degrade water quality. |
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Tips to Reduce Water Pollution
- Take your vehicle to a full-service car wash where the water is recycled and treated.
- At home, use only water without soap or chemicals, and direct washwater to landscaped area.
Requirements for Car Wash Fundraisers
Car washes are popular fundraising methods for scouts, schools, and non-profit groups. Are you planning a charity car wash? If so, the following is required to protect our local waterways from the polluted washwater:
- Download a copy of the Car Wash Fundraiser Information Packet.
- Reserve a Car Wash Pollution Prevention Kit from the City of Fremont Environmental Services Division by calling 510-494-4570.
- Or, contact Environmental Services Division at 510-494-4570 for more information.
Car Wash Fundraiser Information Packet
Commercial Car Wash
If you are planning to construct a "full service commercial car wash", you are required to get approval from the City of Fremont. For more information please contact the Development Services Center at 510-494-4443 or visit the Planning Review webpage.
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