How to Get the Backyard Conservation Program

What you get

The Warren County Conservation District's Backyard Conservation Program reimburses 75% of eligible costs, up to a $200 cap, for a rain garden (the same program also covers unrelated items like composting and bat houses within the same cap). Warren County, KY residents only, one application per household, first-come first-served (Warren County Conservation District; last verified July 2026).

• Residential: 75% reimbursement, up to $200 per project

Are you eligible?

• Be a Warren County Conservation District customer
• Property located in: Bowling Green
• Warren County, KY resident only
• One application per household
• Approval required before starting the project
• Complete the project within 90 days
• Submit photos and receipts within 90 days of completion

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 Warren County Conservation District 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.