How to Get the RainScapes Program

What you get

Prince George's County RainScapes provides rebates for conservation landscaping (replacing turf or invasive plants with native species), rain gardens, rain barrels, cisterns, green roofs, and permeable pavement. Rates and maximums vary by practice and year. Pre-approval required before installation.

• Residential: Up to $5,000

Are you eligible?

• Be a Prince George's County Department of the Environment customer
• Property located in: College Park, Bowie, Laurel, Greenbelt, Hyattsville, Upper Marlboro, Lanham
• Must own property in Prince George's County
• Pre-approval required before starting installation
• Funding first-come, first-served each fiscal year

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 Prince George's County Department of the Environment 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.