City Of San Diego Water Conservation
Rebate Program
Think Blue San Diego helps residents protect water quality, save money, and collect rainwater with conservation rebates. When it rains, stormwater picks up pollution and flows untreated into our waterways. We offer rebates for San Diegans who want to implement strategies on their property to turn rainwater into a valuable resource and help prevent pollution!
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Rain Barrels & Cisterns Rebate
Instead of letting rainwater flow off your property, you can collect it in rain barrels and cisterns (also referred to as rain tanks) for on-site use. Collecting rainwater can help you:
- Irrigate your plants
- Reduce flooding around your property
- Protect water quality
Current rebate amount:
$1.50 per gallon of storage capacity, up to $800 per property/unit.
Read the Rebate Guide. (Español)
Rain Gutter Rebates
When left unmanaged, rainwater can cause several
issues for your roof, foundation and landscaping.
Rain gutters divert water away from your
property and protect it from:
- Erosion
- Water damage and mold
- Foundation shifting or sinking
Gutter rebate amounts by material:
PVC : $0.25/linear foot, up to $62.50
Aluminum : $1.25/linear foot, up to $312.50
Steel : $2.00/linear foot, up to $500.00
Downspout Redirect Rebates
Downspout redirects direct rainwater to a vegetated area, like a rain garden, protecting water quality and reducing landscape irrigation costs.
Current rebate amount:
Current rebate rate is up to $40 per downspout redirect installed.
Turfgrass Replacement Rebate
Replacing existing grass with low water and San Diego native plants is a cost-effective way to save water and beautify your landscape. Native plants have already adapted to our local climate and require little to no water or fertilizer. Wildlife, pollinators and birds also prefer native landscapes, which is another environmental benefit.
Current rebate amount:
$3.25/sq ft (up to 5,000 sq ft)
through SoCal Water$mart, visit www.socalwatersmart.com for more information and to apply.
Am I Eligible?
To qualify for a rebate, you must be a residential water customer of City of San Diego Public Utilities Department. Renters are also eligible if they receive permission from the property owner.
Required Documents*
- Paid invoice(s) or sales receipt(s) showing the price of each item, store name, purchase date and payment method.
- Before and after photos.
- W-9 for IRS reporting.
- Application (online or mail-in).
- Water bill account number.
*Turfgrass replacement rebate requirements differ, please visit www.socalwatersmart.com for more information on what is required and to apply.
Contact Us
For new or existing projects, please call 619-980-9754 or e-mail waterconservationrebates@sandiego.gov. Our team would love to assist you!