How to Get the Stormwater Abatement Credit Rebate

What you get

An ongoing credit on the stormwater utility fee (not a one-time rebate): up to a 50% reduction for qualifying measures including rain gardens (also tree plantings, permeable pavements, green roofs). Apply by April 30 for the following billing year; rain-garden credits run three years then recertify (City of Takoma Park; last verified June 2026).

• Residential: Up to 50% off the stormwater utility fee

Are you eligible?

• Be a City of Takoma Park customer
• Property located in: Takoma Park
• Property in the City of Takoma Park
• Rain garden (or other qualifying measure)
• Apply by April 30; recertify after 3 years

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 Takoma Park 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.