Rain Gardens

The 2023 rebate program is now underway. Look for details in your next utility bill insert! We have an online and in-person option available.

UB rain garden

Online option : Watch our workshop video. It will explain how to qualify for the rebate program, how rebates are given and what is the timeline and next steps:  Check out our workshop video.

After watching the workshop video, contact Apryl Hynes, email or 425-257-8992 to schedule a free rain garden site assessment. Slots are available now through May 15, 2023.

In-person option: Join us for an in-person introduction to the rebate program. Get your questions answered and sign up for a site assessment at the workshop. No reservation needed, just show up for this hour-long workshop.

Saturday, April 15   9 - 10 a.m. at Everett Public Works - 3200 Cedar St., Everett 

Anatomy of a Rain Garden

Anatomy of a Rain Garden
  1. Why rain gardens?
  2. Learn about rebate
  3. Take a tour

Why install a rain garden?
Rain gardens are a great, low-maintenance alternative to a lawn. They can be shaped and sized to fit your yard, provide habitat for local wildlife and pollinators, recharge groundwater and can assist with drainage issues that you may experience on your property.

Watch the video, Everett rain gardens offer solutions to pollution 

  1. Rebate program documents
  2. Rain garden resources

Please read through the information below to learn how to qualify for our rebate program. If you'd like a hard copy of the application, the Rain Garden Handbook for Western WA or the rebate packet, contact Apryl Hynes, Senior Public Information & Education Specialist, email or 425-257-8992.

Rain garden documents

Application checklist (PDF)

Frequently asked questions (PDF)

Steps to receive a rebate (PDF)

Rain garden maintenance agreement (PDF)

Rain garden rebate packet (PDF)