Florida Friendly Landscape and Irrigation (100% of cost, up to $200)
This program is designed to reduce potable irrigation water usage through the installation of low volume irrigation systems and Florida Friendly plants. Reclaimed water does not qualify for this program. This rebate applies only to existing homes, not new construction. Rebates for Florida Friendly plants will only be paid when permanent irrigation system improvements are also made. Irrigation rebates can be approved without the installation of Florida Friendly plants. Rebate is only available to Orlando customers with 50% or more of their irrigated area served by high-volume irrigation components (spray heads and rotors). Permanent irrigation system improvements must reduce the total irrigated area served by high-volume irrigation components to less than 50% by using low volume irrigation components (such as drip, trickle, subsurface, bubbler, or micro-spray irrigation).
For additional information, please visit the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) for details on low-volume irrigation system installation. Only Florida Friendly, low-maintenance plants qualify for this rebate. Permanent irrigation system improvements, as outlined above, must be made in conjunction with new landscaping in order to qualify for this rebate.
For a qualifying list of Florida Friendly plants, visit the Florida Friendly Landscaping. Before and after pictures and/or design plans along with receipts from purchases must be submitted with the rebate form. A physical inspection of the installed changes will be verified by an irrigation and landscaping professional. All contractor invoices submitted must have total irrigated area, existing area covered by high-volume irrigation and final area covered by high-volume irrigation.
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Florida Water Star℠ Certification ($300 for single family homes, $100 per unit for multi-family homes)
Florida Water Star is a voluntary, points-based certification program that recognizes and encourages water use efficiency in single or multi-family homes. To qualify, the single family or multi-family home must meet all requirements as specified by the St. Johns River or South Florida Water management district. For additional details, please visit Florida Water Star. A copy of the Water Star Certificate also must provided by the appropriate water management district.
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Smart Irrigation Controller (100% of cost of controller and installation, up to $200)
WaterSense labeled irrigation controllers, which act like a thermostat for your sprinkler system telling it when to turn on and off and can use local weather and landscape conditions to tailor watering schedules on the site. With proper installation, programming, and maintenance, homeowners can use these controllers instead of standard controllers to save water.
The controller must be a new, standalone EPA WaterSense labeled controller. Plug-in or add-on units are not eligible for rebate consideration. This rebate is only available for OUC potable water customers with in-ground irrigation systems. Homes using reclaimed water, or water from a well, lake, pond, etc. for irrigation are not eligible for rebate consideration. A maximum of two rebates can be claimed per property. For consideration of additional rebates please contact Conservation Support. Rebate amount is 100% of the cost of the controller, protective case, and installation up to $200, but does not cover taxes, shipping/handling, or other fees.
Required documents for self-installation (Must be submitted within six months of purchase)
- Receipt/invoice for the controller purchase.
- Brand, model number, and/or SKU must be included.
- Proof of WaterSense certification such as a manufacturer’s brochure or specification sheet, retailer’s product description screenshot, WaterSense certification screenshot, etc..
- Picture of the installed controller at your home. Click here for further guidance.
Required documents for professional-installation (Must be submitted within six months of installation)
- Receipt for the controller purchase, and/or an itemized contractor invoice for the controller and/or installation costs.
- Brand, model number, and/or SKU must be included.
- If the controller is purchased by the customer and then installed by a professional, the receipt for the controller and the invoice for the installation must be submitted.
- Proof of WaterSense certification such as a manufacturer’s brochure or specification sheet, retailer’s product description screenshot, WaterSense certification screenshot, etc..
- Picture of the installed controller at your home. Please click here for further guidance.
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Smart Water Monitoring Rebate (100% of cost of device and installation, up to $100)
Smart water monitoring devices keep track of water consumption 24/7 and can send notifications of issues such as a leak. As an added feature, some devices allow the capability to shut off the water if they detect a major leak. They can also provide valuable information and insights into consumption.
Approved products that are eligible for a rebate:
OUC does not endorse specific products, nor is responsible for the performance of the device. Displayed consumption may not match billed consumption and will not be accepted for billing purposes. Device must be installed beyond the water meter and backflow prevention device.
Important notice for homes with automatic residential fire sprinklers
Improperly installing a smart water monitoring device could hinder the operation of fire sprinklers. Consult a licensed plumber for guidance.
Rebate amount is 100% of the cost of the device up to $100.00, and excludes tax and shipping. Previously-owned devices are not eligible for a rebate.
Required documents for self-installation (Must be submitted within six months of purchase)
- Provide receipt/invoice for the device purchase.
- Brand, model number, and/or SKU must be included.
- Provide a picture of the installed device.
Required documents for professional-installation (Must be submitted within six months of installation)
- Receipt for the device purchase, and/or an itemized contractor invoice for the device and/or installation costs.
- Brand, model number, and/or SKU must be included.
- If the device is purchased by the customer and then installed by a professional, the receipt for the device and the invoice for the installation must be submitted.
- Provide a picture of the installed device.
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High-Efficiency Flow Toilet (100% of cost, up to $125)
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), toilets are the main source of water consumption inside your home and account for approximately 30% of indoor water consumption. Replacing older toilets (manufactured in 1993 or earlier) will help you reduce your monthly consumption. The new toilet must be an EPA WaterSense certified model that consumes 1.28 gallons per flush (GPF) or less and replace an existing toilet that consumes 3.5+ gallons per flush (GPF). Toilets manufactured before 1980 typically consume 5 GPF or more, while toilets manufactured between 1980-1993 typically consume 3.5 GPF. Homes built after 1994 are not eligible for this rebate. Replaced toilet must have been made before 1994.
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A receipt/invoice must be submitted within six months of purchase for self-installed toilets. If professionally-installed, a receipt/invoice for the toilet as well as the installation must be submitted within six months of the installation date.
- Product information about the new toilet such as a manufacturer’s brochure or specification sheet, retailer’s product description screenshot, WaterSense certification screenshot, etc is required.
- A photograph of each old toilet you wish to replace which clearly shows the year of manufacture is required, and please click here for further guidance.
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Water Cistern ($0.02 per gallon up to $200)
Using a cistern to store and reuse rainwater reduces or eliminates storm water runoff from the site. It conserves water and reduces your monthly irrigation water bill. Rain barrels and traditional in-ground cisterns qualify for this rebate. Receipt/proof of purchase denoting the size of the cistern must be provided.
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