Lead Service Line Replacement Grant
NC Dept of Environmental Quality
Funding Amount
Varies
Matching Funds
Funding Cycle
Rolling Applications
Description
Funding is available to replace lead service lines and lead connectors between the main water line and the point of the premise plumbing, usually outdoors up to the building inlet
A service line is the water line that connects a home or business to the main water line on the street. Connectors (e.g., goosenecks and pigtails) are components that connect pipes to one another. Lead service lines and lead connectors are service lines and connectors that are made of lead or made of galvanized iron or galvanized steel that are downstream of other lead components. Service lines are located from the public water main up to building at the point of premise plumbing
Project Solicitation Form for Lead Service Line Replacement projects:
https://deq.nc.gov/water-infrastructure/lslr-project-solicitation-form/download?attachment
Who Can Apply
Local governments, non-profit water companies, and investor-owned water utilities that request low-interest loans. Principal forgiveness will be offered for those that are eligible, subject to availability
Additional Eligibility Requirements
For info and training:
https://www.deq.nc.gov/water-infrastructure/2023-spring-application-training-powerpoint-presentation/download?attachment?attachment
Instructions for Completing the Project Solicitation Form for Lead Service Line Replacement Projects are available at:
https://www.deq.nc.gov/water-infrastructure/lslr-project-solicitation-form/download?attachment?attachment
At the end of the document linked above, you will find the online submittal portal:
https://edocs.deq.nc.gov/Forms/LeadServiceLineProjectSolicitation
Location(s)
North Carolina
Additional Information
For additional information, contact the organization at (877) 623-6748
