Commercial, Multifamily & Schools Rebates
Austin Water offers rebates and programs to help commercial, multifamily and school customers reduce water use and lower utility costs. Most rebates require an active Austin Water account at the service address.
For residential rebates, visit the Rebates, Tools and Programs page.
Rebates
| Rebate | Maximum Amount | Eligibility | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| WaterWise Landscape | $5,000 | Multifamily and HOA properties | Application (PDF) · en español (PDF) |
| Bucks for Business | $100,000 | Commercial equipment and process efficiency upgrades | Application (PDF) · en español (PDF) |
| Cooling Tower and Alternative Cooling Systems | Varies | All properties with cooling towers | Information sheet (PDF) |
| Commercial Kitchen Equipment | $40–$5,000 per item | Commercial kitchens | Application (PDF) · en español (PDF) |
| Irrigation System Improvement | Varies | Commercial, multifamily and institutional irrigation systems | Application (PDF) · en español (PDF) |
| Rainwater Harvesting | $5,000 | Commercial and multifamily properties | Application (PDF) |
| Water Efficiency Audit | $5,000 | Commercial, multifamily and institutional customers | Application (PDF) · en español (PDF) |
| Cartridge Pool Filter | $250 | Commercial and multifamily properties with pools | Application (PDF) · en español (PDF) |
| Pressure Regulating Valve | $750 | Multifamily properties only | Application (PDF) |
| Reclaimed Water Connection | $100,000 | Voluntary connections to Austin Water's reclaimed water system | Application (PDF) · en español (PDF) |
| WaterWise Rainscape | $500 | Commercial and multifamily properties | Application (PDF) |
Free Tools
- Free showerheads and faucet aerators (PDF) — multifamily facilities only
- WaterWise Hotel Partnership (PDF) — recognition program for water-efficient lodging facilities
Required Programs
Some commercial, multifamily and institutional customers are required to participate in the following programs.
- Commercial Facility Irrigation Assessment — required every two years for commercial, multifamily and City facilities one acre or larger
- Commercial Vehicle Wash Facility Efficiency Assessment — required annually for commercial, multifamily and City facilities with vehicle wash equipment
- Cooling Tower Efficiency — all properties with cooling towers must register and submit annual inspection reports
Program Brochures
- Business conservation brochure (PDF)
- Irrigation brochure (PDF)
- Restaurants and commercial kitchens brochure (PDF)
Conservation Case Studies
Austin Water serves nearly 16,000 commercial accounts, representing about 30% of annual water sales. The following case studies highlight water savings achieved by Austin businesses, schools and institutions.
- Bucks for Business — Multifamily Residential (PDF)
- Austin Central Library (PDF)
- ICI Water Audit Pilot Rebate Program — General Services Administration (PDF)
- Cooling Tower Efficiency Using Treated Wastewater — BAE Integrated Vision Solutions (PDF)
- Process Water Reuse System — El Lago Tortillas (PDF)
- Water Efficiency Audits — Austin ISD (PDF)
- Ozone Treatment Laundry System — Austin Hilton Hotel (PDF)
- Process Water Reuse System — Spansion, Inc. (PDF)