Why am I only eligible for a cistern?

Your property may have poorly draining soils or be in a steep/landslide-prone area. To learn more about what determines eligibility for a rain garden, click here. Learn more about the benefits of cisterns here.

Why am I not eligible?

Even though you live in an eligible basin, your property may have some disqualifying criteria. If your home is relatively new, it already complies with current stormwater code. You can check out other incentive resources like the GSI Mini Grant here:  GSI Western WA Resources

What else can I do?

Visit 12,000 Rain Gardens for resources on building your own rain garden, incentive programs and grants, such as the GSI Mini Grant and RainWise Access Grant. Visit the Garden Hotline website for other ways your yard can help keep our local waters clean.