Rain barrels and cisterns · Delaware

City of Newark Rain Barrel Grant Program

Run by City of Newark, Delaware (Environmental Coordinator)

SeasonalLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
One free rain barrel every five years, while supplies last
Who qualifies
City of Newark residents who pay the City stormwater utility fee and have City of Newark trash and electric service.
Where
City of Newark residents who pay the city stormwater fee and have city trash and electric service.
Status
Seasonal. Fall 2026 application period closed; page says check again in Spring 2027.
Type of payment
Free item
Official program page

What you do

Apply for a free rain barrel and install it at your home to catch roof runoff.

Requirements

  • Pay into the City stormwater utility (shown on utility bill)
  • Have City of Newark trash and electric service
  • Tax parcel number begins with 180
  • Not have received a rain barrel in the last five years
  • Supplies limited

How to apply

  1. 1Wait for the application window to reopen (Spring 2027)
  2. 2Complete the Stormwater Grant Request Application online at arcg.is/1OHCWX0
  3. 3Contact Environmental Coordinator Kelley Dinsmore, [email protected], or 302-366-7000 with questions

Timing and deadlines

not published

Not published; windows open spring and fall

Combining it with other programs

not published

Sources

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 See something out of date?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

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