Alameda County Water District Single-Family Residential Weather-Based Irrigation Controller Rebate

Alameda County Water District (ACWD)

RollingRebate Water-efficiency rebate that supports defensible space

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Award: Receive $100 + tax for installing a WaterSense certified Weather-Based Irrigation Controller! ... offers single-family residential customers a rebate of $100 +tax (totaling up to $110.25 based on Alameda County's 10.25% tax rate)
Status: Rolling
Who it's for: Existing single-family ACWD customer or property owner in ACWD's service area; the flyer names Fremont, Newark, and Union City. This does not cover all Alameda County. Purchase and install a WaterSense-certified weather-based controller at the service address; site must have a well-maintained compatible irrigation system. Only WaterSense-labeled controllers qualify. Customer must allow possible inspection and leave controller operating for at least three years. Application must be submitted within 90 days of installation. No program closing date is stated; first-come funding may be depleted without notice.
Where: Existing single-family ACWD customer or property owner in ACWD's service area; the flyer names Fremont, Newark, and Union City. This does not cover all Alameda County.
Measures: Defensible space

How to Apply

Purchase a qualifying WaterSense-certified controller and keep receipt.
Install at the address linked to the ACWD water account and take photos including the WaterSense certification label.
Submit the online application with receipt and photos within 90 days of installation.
ACWD reviews the application and sends a check to the water account holder; if the payee is someone else, submit a W-9.

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Source · Checked October 20, 2026