
The application period is now open
Funding Available: $3 Million
Details and How to Apply
Planning grants help communities prepare to apply for financing through EFC's Clean Water State Revolving Fund. They fund the development of an engineering report, which is required to be eligible for financing. This program helps ensure fiscally sound and well-designed projects are advancing to construction. Grants of up to $100,000 are available for inflow and infiltration studies. Grants of up to $50,000 are available for all other projects. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on April 11, 2025.
A webinar is scheduled 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 26 to share information about this round and how to apply. Advance registration is required.
Communities must meet certain Median Household Income requirements according to the United States Census American Community Survey:
- Equal to or less than $90,000: Municipalities in the Capital District, Central NY, Finger Lakes, Mohawk Valley, North Country, Southern Tier or Western NY regions.
- Equal to or less than $110,000: Municipalities in the Mid-Hudson, Long Island or New York City.
EFC uses an online application. The grant application certification that is available below must be downloaded, signed by the highest elected official or the authorized representative for the applicant, and submitted via the online application.
Access documents and data about environmental quality
Guidance on design elements from NEIWPCC
Information about the Community Risk And Resiliency Act