Low-Income Conservation Programs

FREE High-efficiency Toilet Replacement

CHRPA is experiencing a high volume of calls. If you have questions about requirements and qualifications, please read the information below. If you'd like to begin the application process, fill out the following form:

CHRPA  FREE TOILET - APPLY

 

Leaky and old, inefficient toilets can be the biggest water wasters inside the home. That's why Tucson Water offers low-income families free replacement of older toilets that use 1.6 or more gallons per flush.

Eligibility

  • Low-income according to the 2023 Federal Low-income Guidelines
  • Homeowner (rental properties not eligible)
  • Home built in 2010 or earlier
  • Tucson Water customer (or resident of mobile home park, condo, etc., who is a Tucson Water customer)
  • Households of one person are eligible for one toilet replacement; households of two or more persons eligible for two toilet replacements.
CHRPA & SERI Conservation Program
Contact Agency for Details
Poverty Level 200%
Individuals at address Annual Income Monthly Income
1 $30,120 $2,510
2 $40,880 $3,407
3 $51,640 $4,303
4 $62,400 $5,200
5 $73,160 $6,097
6 $83,920 $6,993
7 $94,680 $7,890
8 $105,440 $8,787
Each person over 8 add $10,760 $897

Effective 1/13/24024

Community Home Repair Projects of Arizona (CHRPA) installs toilets on behalf of Tucson Water. To sign-up for a free toilet replacement, call CHRPA at 520-745-2055 or visit chrpaz.org.

Rainwater Harvesting Grants & Loans

Tucson Water and SERI (Sonora Environmental Research, Inc.) exiting Tucson Water website offer grant and loan programs for eligible families based on income. 

IMPORTANT UPDATE: As part of an effort to improve outcomes for the program, as of July 1, 2023, customers applying for a rainwater harvesting or gray water harvesting rebate will be required to take an eligible workshop before installation of their system. If a system is installed before the customer takes a workshop, their rebate application will be denied.

 

Qualifying participants will receive assistance getting passive and/or active systems in their homes and SERI will cover all the upfront cost of installation. Participants must meet all requirements to be eligible for the program:

  • Tucson Water account in good standing
  • Attend a Rainwater Harvesting workshop
  • Property taxes paid

Grants

  • Families with an income equal to or less than 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) will receive a grant of up to $1,000.
  • Families with an income between 100% and 200% FPL will receive a grant of up to $750.

Loans are to help pay for the cost of the system and available for all qualifying families. Loans are up to $2,000 for 18 months and if the loan amount is less than $500 the family has up to 12 months to pay it back. If you obtain a loan, you must make a deposit (the higher amount will be applied) of $ 20.00 or 10% of its value. 

 

Contact SERI at 520-321-9488 or seri@seriaz.org to apply and learn more about its free workshops exiting Tucson Water website.

CHRPA & SERI Conservation Program
Contact Agency for Details
Poverty Level 200%
Individuals at address Annual Income Monthly Income
1 $30,120 $2,510
2 $40,880 $3,407
3 $51,640 $4,303
4 $62,400 $5,200
5 $73,160 $6,097
6 $83,920 $6,993
7 $94,680 $7,890
8 $105,440 $8,787
Each person over 8 add $10,760 $897

Effective 1/13/2024

Gray Water Harvesting Grants & Loans

MPORTANT UPDATE: As part of an effort to improve outcomes for the program, as of July 1, 2023, customers applying for a rainwater harvesting or gray water harvesting rebate will be required to take an eligible workshop before installation of their system. If a system is installed before the customer takes a workshop, their rebate application will be denied. To review a list of upcoming courses, please visit our partner’s website who offer a variety of dates and class modalities.

 

Tucson Water and SERI (Sonora Environmental Research, Inc.) exiting Tucson Water website offer grant and loan programs for eligible families based on income. 

Qualifying participants will receive assistance for installing gray water irrigation systems in their homes and SERI will cover all the upfront cost of installation. Participants must meet all requirements to be eligible for the program:

  • Tucson Water account in good standing
  • Homeowner of a single-family dwelling
  • Renter of a single-family dwelling (with signed letter of agreement from landlord)
  • Attend a Gray Water Harvesting / Laundry-to-Landscape workshop
  • Property taxes paid

Grants

  • Families with an income equal to or less than 100% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) will receive a grant of up to $500.
  • Families with an income between 100% and 200% (FPL) will receive a grant of up to $300.

Loans are to help pay for the cost of the system and available for all qualifying families. Loans are up to $500 for 12 months a. If you obtain a loan, you must make a deposit (the higher amount will be applied) of $ 20.00 or 10% of its value.

*SERI will also help you apply for the Tucson Water Rebate of up to $1,000.

*Please note that a permit will be required to modify drainage plumbing/piping from any fixture. A permit will not be required to use a pre-existing gravity stub-out from the washing machine.

APPLY HERE

Contact SERI at 520-321-9488 or seri@seriaz.org to apply and learn more about its free workshops exiting Tucson Water website.

CHRPA & SERI Conservation Program
Contact Agency for Details
Poverty Level 200%
Individuals at address Annual Income Monthly Income
1 $30,120 $2,510
2 $40,880 $3,407
3 $51,640 $4,303
4 $62,400 $5,200
5 $73,160 $6,097
6 $83,920 $6,993
7 $94,680 $7,890
8 $105,440 $8,787
Each person over 8 add $10,760 $897

Effective 1/13/2024

Discounted High-efficiency Clothes Washers

Interested in replacing your clothes washer for a high-efficiency one? Our partnership with SERI makes it possible for low-income customers to upgrade their clothes washers and conserve water. On average, Energy Star certified high-efficiency washers use about 30% less water and 20% less energy than regular washers.

Qualifying participants can purchase a new, high-efficiency washer for only $200, valued at up to $850 plus installation. Participants will receive a zero-interest loan from SERI that will breakdown as follows: $50 down payment when qualified and 6-month payment plan for $25 per month. Participants must meet all requirements to be eligible for the program:

  • Tucson Water customer and account in good standing
  • Old machine must be removed and not used again (SERI will take old washer)
  • Choose either a top load or front load clothes washer
  • One time – participation per house and Tucson Water client 
  • Adjusted gross income is equal to or less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) (see chart below)
  • Washer must be 5 years or older
  • Homeowner of a single-family dwelling
  • Property taxes paid

 

Please note:

  • Qualifying customers choose from a top load or front load option and SERI will purchase and arrange delivery. Participants will not be able to choose the brand or model.
  • Your default on making payments will not allow you to continue to participate in any current or future SERI programs and Tucson Water will be notified of your payment default which may prevent you from participating in other Tucson Water programs.

 

Contact SERI at 520-321-9488 or seri@seriaz.org to apply and learn more about its free workshops exiting Tucson Water website.

CHRPA & SERI Conservation Program
Contact Agency for Details
Poverty Level 200%
Individuals at address Annual Income Monthly Income
1 $30,120 $2,510
2 $40,880 $3,407
3 $51,640 $4,303
4 $62,400 $5,200
5 $73,160 $6,097
6 $83,920 $6,993
7 $94,680 $7,890
8 $105,440 $8,787
Each person over 8 add $10,760 $897

Effective 1/13/2024

 

FREE Emergency Plumbing Repairs

Community Home Repair Projects of Arizona (CHRPA) provides repairs for water and drain plumbing on behalf of Tucson Water. Learn more about this service by calling CHRPA at520-745-2055 or visit:chrpaz.org.