Conservation Program Overview
Agricultural Water Management Program
Commercial, Industrial, Institutional Voucher Program
Smart Landscape Program
Multifamily Residential Toilet Voucher Program
Residential HEW Voucher Program
Agricultural Water Management Program
Water Authority Contact Person: Lori Swanson
Phone Number: (858) 522-6768
Email: lswanson@sdcwa.org
 The
Agricultural Water Management Program provides free irrigation system evaluations
to agricultural properties with two or more acres of irrigated crop or grove.
The surveyor makes observations of the plant material, soil and irrigation system.
Emission uniformity and pressure readings are determined for the irrigation
system and recommendations are given along with crop data and technical information
about the particular type of irrigation equipment in use. The program is free
to all agricultural irrigators in the Water Authority's service area. For additional
program information or to schedule an agricultural survey, please call Mission
Resource Conservation District at (760) 728-1332.
Water Savings Performance Program (Non-IAWP customers)
Metropolitan Water District provides $195 per acre foot of water saved or about $3 per 1,000 gallons saved to sites within San Diego County. Incentive is based on the potential for savings over 5 years. Eligible project costs include labor, hardware and up to 1 year of water management fees. To express interest please fill out the statement of interest. For more information contact: Deneice Cotton at (213) 217-6616 or dcotton@mwdh2o.com. For eligibility information click here.
All participants are subject to an on-site inspection verification.
Water Authority Contact Person: Lori Swanson
Phone Number: (858) 522-6768
Email: lswanson@sdcwa.org
The Commercial, Industrial, & Institutional Voucher Incentive Program provides
point-of-purchase for the replacement of older, inefficient devices used by
businesses. The installation of many of the products listed below often save
not only water, but also wastewater and energy. Be certain to call our 800 number
first, and receive your voucher before any purchase. A percentage of customers
are contacted for follow-up inspections as part of the Water Authority’s
ongoing quality control procedure.
Smart Landscape Program
All participants in the smart landscape program are subject to an on-site inspection verification.
RESIDENTIAL
Water Authority Contact Person: Mayda Portillo
Phone Number: (858) 522-6762
Email: mportillo@sdcwa.org
Residential Surveys
Residential surveys are available to single family customers looking for
help in reducing outdoor water use. Surveys are designed to identify potential
leaks, recommend water conserving devices, assess irrigation efficiency,
and determine the proper landscape watering schedule. To request a survey
please call (800) 986-4538 unless you are a customer of any of the agencies
listed below. Customers of the agencies listed below should contact the
number provided for their agency.
City of San Diego (619) 570-1999
City of Escondido (760) 839-4074
Helix Water District (619) 466-0585
Otay Water District (619) 670-2291
Rincon del Diablo MWD (760) 745-5522
Santa Fe Irrigation District (858) 756-2237 ext. 29
Vallecitos Water District (760) 744-0460
Smart
Controller Rebate for Single-Family Homeowners (Pilot Program)
A ‘Smart’ or Weather-based Irrigation Controller can be an
effective technology for reducing water usage outdoors. Unlike a standard
automatic timer that turns on the sprinklers at set intervals, a ‘Smart’
Controller uses weather data and site information such as plant type and
sprinkler system output to adjust watering times and frequency. Because
proper installation and initial set-up of these controllers generally requires
an in-depth knowledge of soils, precipitation rates, slope measurements
and related factors, professional installation is required for this program.
A smart controller will not make-up for irrigation design flaws; in most
cases, it will highlight inefficiencies in your system which require fixing
prior to the realization of any savings. Additional consultations with your
installer may be necessary to calibrate smart controller settings.
Water Savings Performance Program (Residential Sites Over
One Acre)
Metropolitan Water District provides $195 per acre foot of water saved or about $3 per 1,000 gallons saved to sites within San Diego County. Incentive is based on the potential for savings over 5 years. Eligible project costs include labor, hardware and up to 1 year of water management fees. To express interest please fill out the statement of interest. For more information contact: Deneice Cotton at (213) 217-6616 or dcotton@mwdh2o.com. For eligibility information click here.
Artificial Turf
Select agencies are offering incentives to single-family homeowners for
the replacement of existing natural grass with artificial turf. Only the agencies listed below are offering artificial turf incentives to single-family residences at this time.
For more information please contact your water agency.
Vista Irrigation District
www.vid-h2o.org/conservation/waterconservation.asp#ResidentialArtificialTurfRebate
Helix Water District
www.hwd.com/conserv/singlefam.htm
Olivenhain Municipal Water District
www.olivenhain.com/education_conservation.html
Otay Water District
otaywater.gov/owd/index.aspx
Padre Dam Municipal Water District
www.padredam.org/conservationres.htm
City of Poway
www.ci.poway.ca.us/Index.aspx?page=952
Valley Center Municipal Water District
www.vcmwd.org/conserve/index.html
COMMERCIAL, MULTIFAMILY & PUBLIC SITES
CALL 1-800-986-4538
Water Authority Contact Person: Mayda Portillo
Phone Number: (858) 522-6762
Email: mportillo@sdcwa.org
It’s smart business to irrigate efficiently. How does your irrigation system measure up?
- What happens on days that are cooler than anticipated? Warmer than anticipated?
- What happens when it rains?
- Are controllers programmed for specific slope, soil, plant, and climate zone conditions?
- Are you using “smart” controllers that respond to changes in the weather in your climate zone?
- Do you have a list of irrigation repairs or upgrades with no budget to pay for them?
- Are you interested in taking advantage of discounts that help you move up to today’s smart controller technology?
WE CAN HELP!!! HERE'S HOW!!!
Large Landscape Audits (Commercial Landscape Surveys)
Landscape audits are available to over watered commercial, multi-family, or public sites in excess of 1 acre. The audit is designed to assess the efficiency of the irrigation system, identify potential leaks, and determine the proper watering schedule for the landscape based on existing plant material.
Audits are available to pre-approved customers. To request approval contact
your local water district. To schedule an audit contact (800) 986-4538 unless
you are a customer of any of the agencies listed below. Customers of the agencies
listed below should contact the number provided for their agency.
City of San Diego (619) 570-1999
Helix Water District (619) 466-0585
Vallecitos Water District (760) 744-0460
Smart Landscape Grants for Commercial, Multi-Family, and Public Sites
Grants for repairs/upgrades
Public, commercial and multi-family properties may qualify for grants of up to $2,500 per irrigated acre to replace or upgrade hardware and equipment that will stop leaks, reduce water use, or otherwise improve irrigation efficiency. Grants are limited to $5,000 total for commercial or multi-family properties and $10,000 for public sites.
The grant application and eligible smart controller product list is provided below.
Grant Information and Application 
Approved Smart Controller Product List - Grant
Smart Controllers for Commercial, Multi-Family, and Public Sites
Our new discount voucher can reduce the cost of a 24-station controller by $600 . That’s $600 off the purchase price with no waiting for a rebate. Vouchers can be redeemed by participating contractors or irrigation suppliers. Click here for additional details.
Your property may be eligible for discounts on weather-based irrigation controllers. We believe these smart controllers will help maximize your landscape investments and reduce expenses.
Water Budgets
Sites participating in these programs will be enrolled in a free water budget
program that informs customers of their water use in relation to a water budget
equal to 80 percent of reference evapotranspiration for the landscaped area.
Your site may enroll in the free water budget program even if you do not participate
in the incentive programs.
Artificial
Turf Incentives for Mobile Home Parks, Public and Private Schools, Animal
Care Facilities, and Commercial Sites
Artificial Turf Incentives are available for mobile home parks, public
and private schools, animal care facilities, multifamily units and commercial
sites. A 50¢ per square foot incentive is available for sites looking
to replace natural grass with artificial grass. Funding for the 50¢
incentive is limited and is provided on a first come, first served basis.
A 30¢ incentive is provided year-round and is unlimited.
Guidelines
Interested and eligible parties must submit the request form available below
for approval to the Water Authority. Sites have three months from the approval
date to notify the Water Authority of the project’s completion. Failure
to notify Water Authority staff of project's completion will result in the
forfeit of funds. Extensions may be granted to sites that have commenced
construction. For more information please contact Mayda Portillo at mportillo@sdcwa.org
or (858) 522-6762.
Eligible Sites:
- Commercial and Industrial Sites
- Homeowner's Associations
- Private Schools
- Multi-family Properties
- Public Schools
- Animal Care Facilities
Artificial
Turf Funding Request Form
Water Savings Performance Program for Public, Commercial, and HOA sites.
Metropolitan Water District provides $195 per acre foot of water saved
or about $3 per 1,000 gallons saved to sites within San Diego County. Incentive
is based on the potential for savings over 5 years. The incentive can be
used to pay all project costs including labor, hardware and up to 1 year
of water management fees. To express interest please fill out the statement
of interest. For more information contact: Deneice Cotton at (213) 217-6616
or dcotton@mwdh2o.com. For eligibility
information click here.
Water Authority Contact Person: Jeff Stephenson 
Phone Number: (858) 522-6750
Email: jstephenson@sdcwa.org
Through this program, participating apartment complexes
are offered a voucher redeemable with local plumbing dealers for up to $75 off
the purchase price of an approved ultra-low-flush toilet (ULFT) or up to $200 off the price of a high-efficiency toilet (HET). HETs use less than 1.3 gallons of water per flush, while standard ULFTs use 1.6 gallons per flush. Vouchers may
only be applied to the cost of the toilet tank, bowl, and sales tax. The voucher
is for a point-of-purchase discount only; after-purchase rebates are not available.
ULFTs must be from the list of Water Authority-approved models and replace fixtures
using at least 3.5 gallons per flush. The Water Authority operates the program on behalf
of its participating member agencies. Vouchers are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For program information and eligibility
requirements, please call (800) 986-4538.
Water Authority Contact Person: Jeff Stephenson
Phone Number: (858) 522-6750
Email: jstephenson@sdcwa.org
This program provides a financial incentive to encourage customers to choose
a high-efficiency clothes washer (HEW) instead of a standard top-loading model.
HEWs use 65% less water, 55% less energy, and less detergent; clean better;
and are gentler on clothes than standard clothes washers. Drying time can be
cut in half. This program generates both water and energy savings. HEWs
must be from the list of Water Authority-approved models and have a water efficiency
factor of 6.0 or less. The program offers a voucher worth a discount up to $175
at the time of purchase to eligible customers. After-purchase rebates are not
available. The Water Authority operates the program on behalf of its participating
member agencies and San Diego Gas and Electric. For program information and
eligibility requirements, please call (800) 986-4538.
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