North Marin Water District Weather-Based Irrigation Controller Rebate

North Marin Water District (NMWD)

RollingRebate Water-efficiency rebate that supports defensible space

Program rules decide eligibility. Check details with the program before starting work.

Award: $30 per active station up to $1,500 per controller. Rebate cannot exceed the purchase price of the Smart Controller.
Status: Rolling
Who it's for: Must be a potable-water customer of NMWD. NMWD's potable-water service covers Novato and listed West Marin communities; verify customer account/address with the District. Not all Marin County residents. Purchase and install a qualified WaterSense-labeled weather-based irrigation controller at the ACCT's service address. Requires operational in-ground automatic irrigation, NMWD potable-water account, pre- and post-installation verification, and controller maintained in operation for at least two years. Rain sensor required for business, recommended for homes. As the form states 'this year' and was checked 2026-10-20, purchases/installations are described for Jan 1-Dec 31, 2026, with applications accepted through Jan 15, 2027. Funding may run out sooner.
Where: Must be a potable-water customer of NMWD. NMWD's potable-water service covers Novato and listed West Marin communities; verify customer account/address with the District. Not all Marin County residents.
Measures: Defensible space

How to Apply

Arrange pre-installation verification/qualification with NMWD.
Purchase and install a qualifying controller during the current calendar-year window.
Submit the online rebate form with purchase receipt and required installation photographs.
Allow for possible post-inspection.

Tick items as you go. Nothing here is saved.

Completed online application
Dated original itemized purchase receipt
Two photos: controller installed on wall and controller open showing connected valve wires

Source · Checked October 20, 2026