How to Get the Stormwater Remediation Fee Credit Rebate

What you get

A recurring credit of up to 50% off the flat Stormwater Remediation Fee (FY2026 = $162 per improved property) for residential parcels with a qualifying stormwater practice. A rain garden capturing runoff from at least 800 sq ft of impervious surface qualifies (other options: two or more rain barrels of at least 110 gallons, at least 800 sq ft of pervious pavement, or Bay-Wise certification). Because the fee is a flat per-property rate, the 50% credit is a fixed amount, not a per-application formula. This is an ongoing bill credit, not a one-time cash rebate (Charles County Watershed Protection and Restoration Fund; last verified June 2026).

• Residential: Ongoing stormwater bill credit: up to 50% off the Stormwater Remediation Fee (FY2026 fee = $162/improved property)

Are you eligible?

• Be a Charles County (Watershed Protection and Restoration Fund) customer
• Property located in: Waldorf, La Plata, White Plains
• Charles County improved residential property
• Qualifying practice: rain garden treating at least 800 sq ft of impervious surface (or 2+ rain barrels of 110+ gal, 800+ sq ft pervious pavement, or Bay-Wise certification)
• Properties built after July 1, 2001 must meet the 2000 MD Stormwater Design Manual
• Submit the Stormwater Remediation Fee Credit Application (credit shows as "WPRF CR" on the tax bill)

What applying usually looks like

A general guide. Always confirm the exact steps on the official program page, since each provider runs its process a little differently.

1. 1

   Apply and get written approval first

   Submit your application to Charles County (Watershed Protection and Restoration Fund) and wait for written approval before you remove any turf or start work. Starting early is the most common reason a rebate is denied.

2. 2

   Do the conversion

   Replace your lawn with the qualifying landscaping, following the eligibility requirements above.

3. 3

   Submit your claim

   After the work is done, submit your claim on the official program page. Confirm the exact forms, receipts, and any photos they require there, since those vary by program.