Time is running out to apply for the Septic System Replacement Fund Program! If you own property in the Upper Saranac watershed, this is your chance to help protect water quality while saving money. The program offers funding to homeowners for septic system replacements, cesspool upgrades, and component improvements. The deadline to submit your application is September 20, 2024.
Program Details:
- Property owners can receive grants covering up to 50% of project costs, with a maximum reimbursement of $10,000 per project.
- Eligible properties must be within 250 feet of a waterbody.
- Franklin County will distribute up to $200,000 in this round of grants
How to Apply:
- Applications can be accessed by clicking here.
- The application deadline is September 20, 2024.
- For eligibility inquiries or assistance with your application, please contact Ilona Russell, Franklin County Grant Coordinator, at Ilona.Russell@Franklincountyny.gov or call 518-481-1409.
Did you know? The U.S. EPA estimates that 20% of onsite septic systems fail nationwide. In the Upper Saranac Watershed alone, that means approximately 196 systems are potentially leaking harmful waste into our environment.
The Septic System Replacement Program reinforces the Upper Saranac Foundation’s mission to protect water quality by incentivizing the replacement of aging or sub-standard septic systems. Failing septic systems can lead to contamination of groundwater, lakes, and ponds, posing significant risks to drinking water and the environment.
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to the health of our waterways while benefiting from financial support. Learn more about the program by clicking here. https://efc.ny.gov/septic-replacement