Stormwater Reimbursement Program

The Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMP) Reimbursement Program allows Ankeny property owners, businesses, and schools to incorporate stormwater BMPs on their property to improve the water quality and decrease the water quantity in our streams and detention basins. The program is intended to help cover the cost of materials and/or contracted labor to install such practices.

Eligible BMPs

Some examples of BMPs include the following:

  • Rain gardens
  • Rainwater harvesting
  • Soil quality restoration
  • Pervious pavement systems
  • Native planting areas
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Goal

The goal of this program is to encourage individual property owners and businesses to incorporate Stormwater BMPs on their property to aid in the improvement of water quality. The program is intended to help offset the cost of materials and/or contract labor to install such practices.

How the Reimbursement Works

  • City approval is required prior to any of the work occurring. Projects constructed without prior City approval will not be reimbursed.
  • The City of Ankeny will provide up to a 50% match on BMPs constructed, with a maximum reimbursement amount of $1,800 per property owner or business.
  • Rain barrels will be funded at a maximum of $75, with a limit of one per address.
  • The funding may be utilized for multiple practices, however, the maximum amount reimbursed will be $1,800.
  • Applicants may utilize this program in multiple fiscal years for various BMP projects, with the exception of rain barrels which are available one time only.
  • Funding is available to applicants on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to the approval of the Public Works Department.
  • The applicant is responsible for all project costs. The City of Ankeny will provide reimbursement on an approved project after costs are incurred.
  • Review submittal requirements and complete an online form below now.

Make a Difference

Stormwater runoff is the water that runs off impervious surfaces from rain, snow melt, and surface drainage. Impervious surfaces are hard surfaces where water is unable to soak or infiltrate into, including paved streets, parking lots, and rooftops. This water flows overland collecting sediment, litter, nutrients, and other pollutants. The stormwater then discharges into the creeks and ponds in Ankeny untreated. Unmanaged stormwater runoff can cause water pollution, stream bank erosion, and flooding.

By capturing rainwater where it lands, and infiltrating or slowing down the stormwater through Best Management Practices (BMPs), the pollutants and sediment have a chance to settle out. These practices can help improve the water quality of our streams and ponds and help improve the water quality downstream in our state's rivers.

Apply now

Stormwater Best Management Practices Reimbursement Program Application Form

  1. Program Description

    The City of Ankeny has budgeted $17,000 for a stormwater BMP cost-share program. This program is an innovative approach to help control water quality impacts that are caused by stormwater runoff. The goal of this program is to encourage individual landowners and businesses to incorporate stormwater BMPs on their property to aid in the improvement of water quality. Some BMPs include rain gardens/bioretention cells, rain barrels, pervious pavement systems, soil quality restoration, and native planting buffers/swales. The program is intended to help offset the cost of materials and/or contractor labor to install such practices. Funding is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Property owners are encouraged to collaborate with neighboring property owners to complete neighborhood stormwater management projects.

  2. Conditions
    • Rain barrels are eligible for a 50% match up to a maximum reimbursement of $75. Other BMP practices are eligible for a 50% match up to a maximum reimbursement of $1800 per land owner or business. Applicants may utilize this program in multiple fiscal years for various BMP projects, with the exception of rain barrels which are available one time only & only one per address.
    • Funding is available to applicants on a first come basis. City approval is required PRIOR to any work occurring.
    • Projects constructed without City approval will not be reimbursed.
    • Stormwater Best Management Practices shall meet the design criteria in the Iowa Storm Water Management Manual
    • The applicant is responsible for all project costs. The City of Ankeny will provide reimbursement after costs are incurred. After submitting all final costs, receipts and any other required information, the City of Ankeny will reimburse the applicant within approximately 30 days for eligible expenses.
    • The project must be completed and receipts submitted to the City by May 31, 2024.
    • The City of Ankeny will require access to your property for evaluation of the project prior to construction, during construction, and during the final inspection of the project.
    • Implementation of an approved project is the sole responsibility of the property owner. The City of Ankeny is not liable for personal injury or property damage resulting from said work.
    • Projects approved for funding carry no implied warranty by the City of Ankeny.
    • The funded practice must be maintained for a minimum period of three (3) years. All maintenance costs are the responsibility of the property owner.
    • The applicant is responsible for obtaining all applicable permits. The application approval does not constitute a permit. Notify Iowa One Call (811) before beginning ground disturbing construction.
  3. Proposed Best Management Practice (BMP)*
  4. *Must include the scientific names of plants

  5. You may also upload a contractor's estimate below.

    • 50% of total with a maximum amount of $1800 reimbursement for all practices combined.
    • 50% of the cost of a rain barrel with a maximum of $75
  6. Acknowlegment*

    I agree that all the information provided in this application (and the accompanying documents) are true and accurate. I agree to follow the conditions of this program. The City of Ankeny can have access to my property and may photograph the installed best management practice(s).

  7. Electronic Signature Agreement*

    By checking the "I agree" box below, you agree and acknowledge that 1) your application will not be signed in the sense of a traditional paper document, 2) by signing in this alternate manner, you authorize your electronic signature to be valid and binding upon you to the same force and effect as a handwritten signature, and 3) you may still be required to provide a traditional signature at a later date.

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