How to Get the Single-Family Stormwater Fee Credit Rebate

What you get

An ongoing credit on the stormwater utility fee (not a one-time rebate): a single approved stormwater control measure earns 20%, and combined measures up to a 50% maximum. Rain gardens are explicitly eligible; the credit is valid 3 years and subject to inspection (City of Richmond Dept. of Public Utilities; last verified June 2026).

• Residential: Up to 50% off the stormwater fee (20% per practice)

Are you eligible?

• Be a City of Richmond (DPU) customer
• Property located in: Richmond
• Single-family residential property in Richmond
• Approved SCM such as a rain garden
• Application with photo; valid 3 years, renewal + inspection

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 Richmond (DPU) 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.