How to Apply for Peconic Estuary, New York Water Rebates
Up to $500 total. Native plant garden up to $500, rain barrels up to $100 each. Native gardens and rain gardens must be at least 50 square feet. Apply and get approval before you build. Funds are limited and first-come.
Application Steps
- 1
Confirm eligibility and apply first
Check that you live in Brookhaven, East Hampton, Riverhead, Shelter Island, Southampton, or Southold, then submit the application online or by mail before starting any work.
Open the Homeowner Rewards program page - 2
Get approval before you build
Wait for written approval. Funds are limited and granted first-come, so submit early in the year.
- 3
Build with native species
Install a native garden or rain garden of at least 50 square feet, or rain barrels of at least 50 gallons with mosquito netting. Check plants against the program database. Keep receipts.
- 4
Submit for your rebate check
Send in receipts and photos of the finished project to receive up to $500.
Approval comes before construction here, and funding is first-come. Applying early and waiting for approval before you dig is what keeps the rebate on track.
Full Program Details
See amounts, eligibility requirements, qualifying plants, and FAQs on the full program page.
Peconic Estuary, New York Water Rebates — full guide