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Timelines Turf Replacement Rebate Program and Application Offer available July 1, 2016 thru June 30, 2017 and subject to fund availability City of Modesto water customers may be eligible for a rebate when they replace their grass with polyethylene/nylon artificial turf products or any qualifying drought tolerant landscape products. Funding is limited and applications will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. The City of Modesto reserves the right to terminate this program at any time and for any reason. Customers who install qualifying products are eligible for a rebate in the amount of $1.25 per square foot for a maximum of 1,000 square feet. The rebate amount may not exceed $1,250 per City of Modesto water account. Outdoor landscaping is the single largest use of water in a typical California home. In most yards, grass consumes the most water, therefore reducing or eliminating how much grass you have in your landscape can have a significant impact on your water use. How the Program Works 1. Obtain an application using one of the following methods: a. Telephone: (209) 342-2246 b. Web site: www.modestogov.com/978/Water-Services. Email: [EMAIL REDACTED] 2. Send completed application and the original sales receipt to: a. Mail: City of Modesto Attention: Water Division - Rebate Program PO Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353 b. Fax: [PHONE REDACTED] c. Email: [EMAIL REDACTED] 3. A City of Modesto representative will contact you to schedule a brief appointment to verify your existing landscaping Program Guidelines and Participation Section Who Qualifies? • City of Modesto customers who pay a water utility bill to the City of Modesto • Customer accounts that are in good standing • Renters or tenants who provide written approval from the property owner or property manager • Program applies to turf replaced between 7/1/16 thru 6/30/17. • Rebate application must be submitted within 60 days of sales receipt. A pre-inspection will be scheduled once the application is received. • After approval of pre-inspection, you will have 60 days to complete the conversion of your old landscaping. • Once completed, contact the City of Modesto to schedule the post-inspection. • If not approved at post-inspection, you have 30 days to make corrections and to schedule a final inspection. ---PAGE BREAK--- t exceed t Turf Replacement (qualifying for rebate) • Turf must be drought tolerant and permeable. • Customer must provide a sketch of the proposed landscape. • When replacing turf, irrigation system must be converted, capped, or eliminated. • Turf must be maintained and kept in a healthy condition. • New turf must be installed within the Modesto City service area and at the location on application. • The customer must provide a list of proposed plants and/or turf with the application. For an approved list refer to the water wise link http://modestogov.com/950/Water-Wise-Gardening-Guide-PDF Rebates • On-site compliance verification at the address shown on the City of Modesto utility bill is required. • Existing artificial turf, turf installation costs, and new construction, accessories, and taxes do not qualify. • Rebate checks will be mailed within 8 weeks after completing the rebate process. • Rebate amount cannot he purchase price of the new artificial turf. • Rebates are limited to 1000 sq ft per utility billing account per fiscal year (July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017). Application and Rebate Approval or Denial • On-site compliance verification is required. • The original itemized dated sales receipt for the new turf is required (copies not accepted. Scanned original will be accepted via online submittal only). • Incomplete, incorrect or unsigned applications cannot be processed. We will contact you with any discrepancies and may require you to submit a new application. • Customer must fulfill all program guidelines in order to be eligible for rebates. • The rebate application must be submitted within 60 days of sales receipt. Other Considerations • The Rebate Program is not responsible for materials lost by mail. • Submission or possession of a rebate application does not guarantee receiving a rebate. • Rebates are processed on a first come, first served basis. • Funding for this rebate program is limited to available resources. • Rebate amounts are subject to change without notification. • This program shall at all times be subject to change or termination without prior notice. ---PAGE BREAK--- Water Conservation Program Mail to: City of Modesto, Water Division - Rebate Program P.O. Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353 Phone: (209) 342-2246 – Fax: (209) 577-4983 Website: www.modestogov.com/978/Water-Services $1.25 sq. ft. Turf Replacement (1,000 sq. ft. max) Account Information Rebate Program PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY: Date City of Modesto Utility Account Account Name_ Account Address Zip Telephone (Day) (Evening) E-Mail Property Owner (if different from above) Mailing Address Telephone (Day) (Evening) E-Mail Residential Commercial Note: Renters or Tenants: Participation requires written approval from property owner (attach to application). Have you previously applied for this rebate? yes no If yes, please indicate the date of the last rebate: Inspection Required • When the completed application is approved, an appointment will be scheduled for a brief visual inspection by the City. • Once the project is complete, please call and notify the City for a final inspection. Rebate Information Where did you learn about the rebate? • The rebate value cannot exceed the actual cost of the artificial turf. • Application must be approved prior to rebate. • An original itemized dated sales receipt is required prior to rebate approval. • Limit $1,250 per account per utility billing account per fiscal year (July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017). • New turf must be installed within 60 days of notice to proceed date. • Compliance with attached guideline is required. ---PAGE BREAK--- Agreement of Terms and Conditions The City of Modesto may deny any application that does not meet program requirements. The undersigned expressly agrees that the City may inspect all items submitted for the Turf Replacement Rebate Program. The undersigned further agrees to hold harmless the City of Modesto against all loss, damage, expense, and liability resulting from the loss, destruction or damage to property arising out of or in any way connected to lawn conversion and the City’s Turf Replacement Program. The City reserves the right to alter this program at any time. Funding for this rebate program is limited to available resources. Rebates are processed on a first come, first served basis. For further questions, please call (209) 342-2246. I have read, understand, and agree to the terms and conditions of this rebate program. Signature of Applicant Date For Official Use Only: Pre-Inspection Date : Inspector: _ Application Approved: Denied: _ Reason for Denial: Notice to Process issued: By: Post-Inspection Date: Inspector: Application Approved: Denied: Reason for Denial: Total Sq. Ft. Conversion area approved: Total Rebate Amount: _ Date Rebate Check Sent: By: Voucher No:_ Rebate Check sent: Date: By: Voucher No: ---PAGE BREAK--- Water Conservation Program Mail to: City of Modesto, Water Division ATTN: Rebate Program P.O. Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353 Phone: (209) 342-2246 – Fax: (209) 577-4983 Website: www.modestogov.com/978/Water-Services Commercial & Residential Turf Replacement Program PHOTO AND DRAWING OF LAWN CONVERSION AREA Customer Name: Date: Project Address: Below, Please provide a photo of your current landscape and a rough sketch of your landscape renovation plan (see attached sample).