Compost and mulch · California

City of Santa Cruz Home Composting Rebate

Run by City of Santa Cruz Public Works (Waste Reduction)

Status not postedLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
$40 per household, one time; you keep the bin
Maximum
$40 per household
Who qualifies
City of Santa Cruz resident and City refuse customer; Green Waste Recovery customers (including Live Oak) not eligible.
Where
City of Santa Cruz residents who are City refuse customers; Green Waste Recovery customers including Live Oak are not eligible.
Status
Status not posted. The official page doesn't say whether it's taking applications.
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Buy a City-approved compost bin or worm bin from a participating shop and mail in a rebate form with the receipt.

Requirements

  • Choose a City-approved bin (models not listed on page)
  • Participating shops: San Lorenzo Garden Center (235 River St) and The Garden Company (2218 Mission St)
  • Form needs your 11-digit Santa Cruz Municipal Utility bill number
  • Include purchase receipt

How to apply

  1. 1Buy an approved bin from a participating merchant
  2. 2Fill out the Home Composting $40 Rebate form with your utility bill number (forms also at the stores)
  3. 3Mail the form and receipt to City of Santa Cruz Public Works, Home Compost Rebate Program, 809 Center Street, Room 201, Santa Cruz CA 95060

Timing and deadlines

Expect rebate in 5 to 6 weeks

none listed

Combining it with other programs

not published

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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