Rain barrels and cisterns · California

BAWSCA Rain Barrel Rebate (ACWD, Hayward, Sunnyvale)

Run by Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) with ACWD, Hayward and Sunnyvale

OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Up to $50 per rain barrel or the barrel's cost before tax, whichever is less
Maximum
$100 per household
Who qualifies
Customers in ACWD, Hayward or Sunnyvale service areas; limit two rebates per single-family account.
Where
Customers of Alameda County Water District, the City of Hayward or the City of Sunnyvale; limit two rebates per single-family account.
Status
Open. FY26-27 valid July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027, subject to funds.
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Buy and install a new rain barrel of at least 50 gallons connected to a downspout.

Requirements

  • Barrel 50 gallons or larger designed for rain capture; secure child-safe lid; rust-proof screening or sealed design
  • Not foldable or thin flexible material; algae and UV resistant
  • Connected to downspout, not to potable water; solid level base; not blocking walkways
  • Overflow directed away from buildings; no copper materials
  • Maintain for 3 years
  • Receipt and at least two photos of each barrel from two directions plus sheet with date and account number
  • Possible post-installation inspection

How to apply

  1. 1Buy and install the barrel
  2. 2Apply online at bawsca.org or mail the application with original receipt to BAWSCA, 155 Bovet Road, Suite 650, San Mateo CA 94402
  3. 3Postmark within 90 days of purchase
  4. 4Rebate as check or water account credit within up to 8 weeks

Timing and deadlines

Up to 8 weeks

90 days from purchase; program ends June 30, 2027

Combining it with other programs

Can combine with lawn rebates

Sources

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