How to Get the Budd Lake Rain Garden Rebate

What you get

This program ended June 30, 2026 and is no longer accepting applications. While active, it provided up to $675 in rebates for residents within the Budd Lake watershed of Mount Olive Township who installed a rain garden of native plants to reduce stormwater runoff and support pollinators. It was the same program as the Landscape Makeover Program administered with the NJ Highlands Coalition (confirmed by NJ Highlands Coalition staff, September 2026).

• Residential: Up to $675

Are you eligible?

• Be a Mount Olive Township / NJ Highlands Coalition customer
• Property located in: Mount Olive, Budd Lake
• Budd Lake resident (Mount Olive Township)
• Install a rain garden of native plants
• Watch Rain Garden 101 and contact NJ Highlands Coalition to redeem

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 Mount Olive Township / NJ Highlands Coalition 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.