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Rainwater Harvesting Rebate Program
Overview
The Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District (LPGCD) seeks to promote sustainable water use through a Rainwater Harvesting Program. This initiative is designed to encourage both residential and large property owners to incorporate rainwater collection systems, helping conserve groundwater resources while fostering community-wide water stewardship. At this time we do NOT provide retroactive rebates for previously installed systems. We encourage property owners to install new systems or additions to current systems.
Rebate Program Structure
The rebate program is based on the storage capacity of the rainwater harvesting system. LPGCD will give $1 per gallon of storage capacity, with a cap of $5,000.
Eligibility Requirements
Residency Requirements
Must reside in Bastrop or Lee County within the LPGCD's boundaries.
Educational Requirements
Must attend a Rainwater Harvesting 101 Information Session hosted by LPGCD. Four sessions will be held annually: two in Bastrop County and two in Lee County. These sessions will cover the benefits of rainwater harvesting, system installation basics, and program details.
The next Rainwater Harvesting 101 Information Session is scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12 PM at Aqua WSC's Annex Building, 415 Old Austin Hwy, Bastrop, TX 78602. Space is limited, RSVP by calling (512) 360-5088.
Plan Requirements
Applicants must submit detailed plans and a layout for their proposed rainwater harvesting system. Plans must be reviewed and approved by LPGCD before rebate eligibility is granted. Plans are reviewed the second Tuesday of every month by the LPGCD Board of Director's Education & Outreach Committee.
How to Get You Rebate in 5 Steps
1. Attend the Rainwater Harvesting 101 Session
Next session: September 20, 10 AM – 12 PM at Aqua WSC Annex Building, 401 Old Austin Highway, in Bastrop. RSVP by calling (512) 360-5088.
2. Apply for the rebate
Complete the online or PDF application and submit it to Claire Marks, Education & Outreach Coordinator at cmarks@lostpineswater.org.
3. Install your rainwater harvesting system
Follow your approved plans to ensure compliance with rebate requirements.
4. Schedule an LPGCD inspection
Contact us to arrange a final inspection of your installed system.
5. Receive your rebate
Once your system passes inspection, LPGCD will process and issue your rebate payment.
Next Steps
- Sign up for the next Rainwater Harvesting 101 Information Session by calling (512) 360-5088.
- Submit your Rainwater Harvesting Plan. You can also fill out a PDF version of the application and email it to our Education & Outreach Coordinator, Claire Marks, at cmarks@lostpineswater.org.