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The RainScapes Rewards Rebate Program offers financial incentives in the form of rebates to property owners who install RainScapes techniques. The RainScapes Program is funded by the County’s Water Quality Protection Charge.
Eligible maximum rebates depend on project costs and type.
| Property Type |
Maximum Rebate |
| Residential Property |
$2,500 |
| Commercial, multi-family, or institutional property |
$10,000 |
Rebate Terms
- Rebates are available for fiscal year 2013 (7/1/2012 - 6/30/2013)
- Annual funds for the programs are limited, so rebates will be awarded on a first-come-first-served basis.
- Approved projects are expected to be installed and ready for final inspection within 6 months of approval.
- The RainScape application must be approved by DEP prior to construction to be eligible for a rebate, unless it is a rain barrel project.
- The RainScapes Rewards Property Owners Agreement will be sent to you after you apply and must be signed and filed with the program before a rebate is issued.
- After the project is complete and inspected and accepted as meeting our design criteria, invoices/receipts for the entire amount of the rebate requested must be submitted to receive the rebate. Checks will be mailed to you from the County.
- The rebate amount may be applied to multiple RainScapes projects until the limit for each property is met (Residential: $2,500 or Commercial/Institutional/Multi-family: $10,000)
Who is Eligible?
To participate, your property must be located in Montgomery County, outside of the municipal limits of the City of Rockville, City of Takoma Park, or City of Gaithersburg. Projects are not eligible if they are associated with permit approval requirements for new building construction, additions, or renovations. Residents of Gaithersburg can participate in the Gaithersburg RainScapes Program. Residents of the City of Rockville can participate in the Rockville RainScapes Program.
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Rebates by RainScapes Technique
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RainScapes Technique |
Maximum Residential Rebates $2500/parcel |
Maximum Commercial, Multi-Family, Institutional Rebates $10,000/parcel |
| Canopy Trees |
$$200/tree; # trees determined by space on parcel. Must shade or cover impervious area |
$$200/tree ; # trees determined by space on parcel. Must shade or cover impervious area |
| Conservation Landscaping - Replacement of turf or invasive species |
$3.50 / square feet of turf or invasives removed 250 SF minimum |
$3.50 / square feet of turf or invasives removed 350 sf minimum |
| Dry Wells |
$1.00 per gal ; $600 maximum |
$1.00 per gal ; $600 maximum |
| Green Roofs |
$10/square foot, 250 square feet minimum |
$10/square foot, 300 square feet minimum |
| Permeable Pavers and Porous Concrete |
$4/square feet or $1200, whichever is greater; 100 square feet minimum |
$4/square feet or $5000, whichever is greater; 100 square feet minimum |
| Pavement Removal |
$4/square foot or $2/square foot; rebate amount varies depending on replacement project type (turf is lower); 100 square feet minimum |
$4/square foot or $2/square foot; rebate amount varies depending on replacement project type (turf is lower); 300 square feet minimum |
| Rain Garden |
Based on square foot of ponding area and soil replacement (media)depth:
1’ of media: $5/ square foot
2’ of media: $7/square foot
3’ of media; $9/square foot
or $1200/ rain garden, whichever is greater – see RS design manual for sizing charts |
Based on square foot of ponding area and soil replacement (media)depth:
1’ of media: $5/ square foot
2’ of media: $7/square foot
3’ of media; $9/square foot
or $2500/ rain garden, whichever is greater – see RS design manual for sizing charts |
Water Harvesting:
Cisterns |
$1/Gallon (minimum 250 gallons, up to 500 gallons) |
$1/Gallon (minimum 250 gallons, up to 2000 gallons) |
Water Harvesting:
Rain Barrels |
$250 (must capture 200 gallons if single family home; 100 if Townhome); $1/gallon |
$250 (must capture 200 gallons); $1/gallon |
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How to Apply
Outreach and Project Tours
As part of the rebate agreement, the applicant must agree to participate in public outreach activities associated with the RainScapes project, including allowing DEP to place signage, take and use photos, and completing a follow-up evaluation. This requirement is noted on each application. “In the ground” projects are great examples for others who may be considering a RainScapes on their property, and help to build a network of community members with project experience.
Project Tours
Each application includes a question about voluntary participation in tours of the RainScapes projects conducted by DEP. Project tours will help DEP educate others about the benefits and beauty of these projects, and we ask that RainScapes Program project participants agree to allow reasonable access to the project site for periodic tours organized by the County. The County will provide notice of at least five (5) business days before undertaking any project tour. A County employee will be present at all times during the tours and tour participants will be required to execute a waiver releasing the property owner from any liability for damages or injuries resulting from the tours.
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