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WaterSense Irrigation Controller Rebate Application

Overview 

Marin Water residential and commercial customers with an active potable water service can receive a rebate of up to $100 for the purchase and installation of an EPA WaterSense labelled irrigation controller, not to exceed actual cost, limited to one per customer. Qualifying weather-based irrigation controllers and soil moisture-based irrigation controllers are listed at the EPA's WaterSense product search page

  • Offer applies to Marin Water residential and commercial customers with an active potable water service. 
  • Limited to one irrigation controller rebate per site, including irrigation controller rebates offered through other Marin Water programs, unless additional rebate(s) are approved in advance. 
  • Applicant must be the Marin Water account holder and property owner, property owner with consent from the water-bill paying tenant, or water bill-paying tenant with consent from the property owner. 
  • Applicant certifies that necessary permissions have been obtained from property owner, if applicant is not the owner. 
  • Application for rebate must be submitted within 90 days of purchase and following installation. 
  • Rebates cover the cost of EPA WaterSense labeled irrigation controllers only, excluding tax, delivery, and labor. 
  • Rebates are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability of funds. 
  • Rebate amounts and eligible products are subject to change at any time without prior notice. 
  • Rebates will be paid to the name as it appears on the water bill, unless applicant is not the Marin Water account holder. 
  • Rebates over $600 may be considered taxable income and a 1099 will be issued. For more information on whether your rebate check will be considered taxable income, please contact a qualified tax professional. 
  • Receipts must be legible and itemized to clearly show what has been purchased. If submitting an invoice from a contractor please ensure it includes the name and address of the contractor, itemized dollar amount of qualifying purchase(s), zero balance due, product brand, model and storage capacity. Receipts will not be returned—please make copies for your records. 
  • EPA WaterSense labeled irrigation controller must be installed at the property where potable water service is provided by Marin Water. • EPA WaterSense labeled add-on or plug-in devices must be installed with a compatible irrigation controller to qualify for the rebate. 
  • Marin Water reserves the right to request proof of installation and/or to inspect the property to verify that the product(s) is (are) installed, either before or after rebate is paid, and, if necessary, to recover rebated amounts on water bill for any products not installed as required. 
  • Applicants are responsible for complying with all applicable codes and regulations. 
  • If existing landscaped area is being renovated and Marin Water’s Landscape Plan Review Requirements apply, rebate will be paid only when all Landscape Plan Review Requirements are met, as long as funding is available. 
  • Participant agrees to allow Marin Water to use project photos for outreach and education. 
  • Allow six to eight weeks for processing.

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To Apply 

  • Purchase and install a qualifying EPA WaterSense labelled irrigation controller at the property where potable water service is provided by Marin Water. 
  • Submit this application, including a copy of your sales receipt within 90 days of purchase. Receipts will not be returned — please make copies for your records. 
  • Include a completed IRS Form W-9 if you will receive more than $600 in rebates from Marin Water during the tax year. 
  • Submit 1-2 photos showing make/model and demonstrating installation requirements are met. 
  • A site inspection may be required. Marin Water will contact you to schedule a site visit, if required.

 

Rebate Application 

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Applicant Information
Affiliation (check all that apply)
Address
Mailing address (if different from site address)

 

WaterSense irrigation controller information
Replacing an existing controller?
What is your WaterSense controller being used to water?
Did you hire a professional to install your WaterSense irrigation controller?
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