RainScapes for Communities, HOA and Pools
Properties such as Community pools, HOAs, Private schools, and Congregational land typically have large parking lots, decks and common areas which create uncontrolled runoff and potential erosion or flooding with every rain, particularly in older communities that lack stormwater management. RainScapes slow stormwater down, spread it out and let it soak in as it flows, recharging our ground water in a very natural way. RainScapes, such as rain gardens and conservation landscaping, often bloom in summer adding an attractive landscaping and habitat for pollinators, such as butterflies.
Learn more about the RainScapes Rewards Rebates program to help offset some of the installation cost of these stormwater control practices. Commercial HOA, congregations, multi-family and institutional properties (including community pools) qualify for a lifetime maximum rebate of $20,000.00 (per parcel based on tax ID #).
Resources
Request a site visit or host a community meeting
Presentations
Are you interested in having a RainScapes staff member provide a presentation? Send an email to rainscapes@montgomerycountymd.gov to request a speaker. Please list “ Speaker Request" in the subject line. Presentations depend on availability.
Apply for a RainScapes Rewards Project
The property manager or a board member may apply to do a project. Follow the easy steps on our application page after you have selected a project. When you are ready to apply and are familiar with the requirements submit an application via the RainScapes Application Portal for review. You will be notified if your project has been accepted.
Grant opportunities
Grant support to do a project can be available for larger projects. Please see the Clean Water Montgomery Grant program administered by the Chesapeake Bay Trust. Other funding opportunities can be researched through the Maryland Environmental Finance Center.