How to Get the Stormwater Quality BMP Funding Program

What you get

Reimburses North Liberty property owners half the cost of an approved stormwater-quality BMP, up to a maximum of $2,000. Eligible practices include rain gardens, bioswales, soil quality restoration (marketed as "Your Best Lawn"), bank stabilization, and other approved infiltration practices. City approval is required before work begins (City of North Liberty; last verified July 2026).

• Residential: 50% of project cost, up to $2,000

Are you eligible?

• Be a City of North Liberty customer
• Property located in: North Liberty
• North Liberty property owner
• City approval required before work begins; the Stormwater Coordinator schedules a site visit for project approval
• One qualifying application per BMP improvement (not routine/required maintenance)
• Projects must be completed within six months of the funding approval notification
• Final inspection must be scheduled immediately after completion to qualify
• Reimbursement paid within 30 days of a successful field review

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 City of North Liberty 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.