How to Get the Make It Rain: Rain Garden Cost Share Program

What you get

Reimburses Medina County homeowners $250 for completing an approved rain garden, limited to a cohort of 10 rain gardens per year. Applications due by November 21; installation must be completed by the following July, when reimbursement is paid (Medina County Soil & Water Conservation District; last verified July 2026).

• Residential: $250 reimbursement (limited to 10 rain gardens per year)

Are you eligible?

• Be a Medina County Soil & Water Conservation District customer
• Property located in: Medina, Brunswick, Wadsworth, Hinckley
• Medina County homeowner
• Apply and schedule a site visit; staff evaluate and rank applications (10 slots per year)
• Install a program-required rain garden identification sign
• Allow the district to photograph the garden for its own use
• Complete installation and pass inspection by the following July or forfeit reimbursement

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 Medina County Soil & Water Conservation District 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.