SFY2027 Regional Water Plan Grants
Forecasted
SFY2027 Regional Water Plan Grants support local governments and other water users in implementing Georgia’s regional water plan recommendations to address water quality and quantity.
Funder: Georgia Environmental Protection Division
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Pre-application meeting and abstract) | October 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 for up to 30 months; minimum 10% match of total project cost
Summary: Supports implementation of management practices and recommendations in Georgia’s Regional Water Plans.
Key Information: Applications require endorsement from the relevant Regional Water Planning Council Chair or designated representative.
Description
The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) administers Regional Water Plan Grants to support local governments and other eligible water users in carrying out Georgia’s Regional Water Plans. Funded through Georgia General Assembly appropriations for regional water planning, the program supports water management projects addressing both water quality and quantity. Projects must implement identified management practices or recommendations from one or more Regional Water Plans.
Eligible work includes water conservation, agricultural and forestry best management practices, rural and urban water quality improvements, evaluation of alternative water supplies, utility master planning, and technical assistance. The program focuses on the 10 Regional Water Planning Councils and their plans. Metro Water District projects or applicants may qualify when their work benefits neighboring Council regions and implements those regions’ recommendations.
