Irrigation System Hardware Rebate Program (ISHRP)

Learn how to make your irrigation system more efficient and qualify for a rebate of up to $4,000

Participants in our free Irrigation Technical Assistance Program (ITAP) may qualify for a rebate* of up to $4,000 per site.

	Example of efficient sprinkler system.

The Rebate is for implementing water efficient hardware upgrades recommended in the Irrigation Technical Assistance Program (ITAP) site evaluation.

* NOTE: Rebate is 50 percent of hardware costs up to a maximum of $4,000 per site.

What is ITAP?

Since 1994, the Santa Clara Valley Water District has been helping landscape managers improve their irrigation efficiency. Through the innovative Irrigation Technical Assistance Program, auditors perform FREE site evaluations to assist property owners in better managing their water use. Our audits show potential savings of up to $1,000 per acre of landscape. To find out more about how to participate in ITAP, download the complete ITAP brochure (PDF 1.2 MB) or contact Kevin Galvin at (408) 265-2607 ext. 2639 for more information.

What is ISHRP?

The District's Irrigation System Hardware Rebate Program (ISHRP) is a rebate program which has been developed to help ITAP participants implement their site-specific hardware upgrade recommendations. The program offers a rebate of 50 percent of the water efficient hardware cost up to $4,000 per site.

Who can participate in ISHRP?

• Any resident, HOA, business, or commercial property with over one acre of irrigated landscape who has participated in ITAP.

How do I get started?

• Participate in ITAP; contact Kevin Galvin at (408) 265-2607 ext. 2639 for more information.
  
• Review your ITAP report and call (866) 685-2322 to receive a rebate application which will list the qualified hardware recommendations for your site.
  
• Purchase and install all the hardware needed for the upgrades; keep the receipt.
  
• Mail your completed rebate application form to:
  

  1400 Coleman Ave., Suite B12
  Santa Clara, CA 95050
  

• The Santa Clara Valley Water District will then contact you to conduct a post-installation inspection.
  
• After successful completion of the post inspection, a rebate check will be calculated and mailed to you.

Do not purchase the hardware or install it until you receive an approval to proceed!

Examples of hardware recommendations that may qualify for an ISHRP rebate

Below is a list of the most commonly recommended water efficient hardware upgrades.

• Install programmable controller that has multiple start times for each zone
  
• Upgrade to a Weather Based Irrigation Controller (WBIC)
  
• Install backflow blanket (Backflow frost protection device)
  
• Install more valves per controller to separate hydro-zones
  
• Convert shrub beds to drip irrigation
  
• Install soil moisture sensor
  
• Install rain shut-off device
  
• Install taller pop-up risers or extensions to eliminate blockage by plants or terrain
  
• Replace low pop-up spray-heads or rotors with 4” or 6” heads for turf areas
  
• Install pressure regulating valves on all laterals if pressure exceeds manufacturers' recommendations
  
• Replace high application rate nozzles with low application matched precipitation rate nozzles
  
• Replace sprinklers and rotors which are not functioning properly
  
• Replace mismatched sprinkler heads and rotors
  
• Replace nozzles with pressure compensating nozzles
  
• Install additional spray-heads or rotors to improve distribution uniformity
  
• Install spray heads or rotors with built-in check valves to eliminate low head drainage
  
• Install irrigation sub-meter
  
• Replace turf pop-ups with rotors
  
• Retrofit existing spray-heads and rotors to increase distribution uniformity

How long will the rebate be available?
This rebate will be available until funds are depleted or June 30, 2009 whichever comes first.

More information about ISHRP
To receive an ISHRP application, please call (866) 685-2322 or contact Kevin Galvin (408) 265-2607, ext. 2639.