Indiana Native Landscaping Rebates
Indianapolis residents can reduce their stormwater user fee by installing rain gardens, bioswales, or other green infrastructure. Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District helps with site assessment and the credit application process.
Last updated: February 2026 · 1 program tracked
The quick version
- Indianapolis offers stormwater user fee credits (bill reduction) for rain gardens, bioswales, and stormwater storage.
- Rain gardens must use deep-rooted native plants. Marion County SWCD provides site assessment and application help.
- This is a fee credit, not a cash rebate. Reduces your stormwater bill based on runoff reduction.
- THRIVE Indianapolis aims for 500 residential rain gardens.
How to apply for Indiana rebates
Most water conservation and turf replacement rebates require pre-approval before you start work. Apply first, then wait for confirmation. Starting before approval is the most common reason applications get denied. Take clear before photos of the area you plan to convert. After you complete the work, submit after photos from the same angles. Many programs are first-come, first-served, so apply early in the fiscal year when funds are available.
Each program below has its own requirements and application link. Click through to the provider for current details. Rebate amounts and eligibility can change. If you are planning a native plant conversion, check our step-by-step lawn replacement guide for project planning tips.
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Programs Tracked
Fee credit
Stormwater bill reduction
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Region Covered
Feb 2026
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Indianapolis
1 program available
Stormwater User Fee Credits
City of Indianapolis / Marion County Soil and Water Conservation District
Reduce your stormwater user fee by installing rain gardens, bioswales, on-site stormwater storage, or vegetated filter strips. Credits are calculated based on runoff reduction. Rain gardens with native plants qualify. Marion County SWCD can help assess your property and assist with the credit application.
This is a fee credit (reduces your stormwater bill), not a cash rebate. THRIVE Indianapolis aims for 500 residential rain gardens. Native species recommended: Obedient Plant, Prairie Dropseed, Palm Sedge, Bee Balm, Joe Pye Weed.
Rebates in Other States
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