How do I apply for the Septic Assistance Rebate?
  • You must complete a FREE Whatcom County Health Department Septic System Homeowner Training
    • These trainings are available online or as an in-person workshop
    • Sign Up information for this training can be found here
      • Homeowners that complete the online training must submit completed refresher quiz with application materials
  • You must complete and pay for one of the eligible activities
    • Evaluation completed by a certified professional AND/OR Septic tank pumped by a certified professional
  •  Submit your Rebate Application, Invoice for Services, and Copy of Refresher Quiz if training was completed online*
    • When completing the rebate application be sure to check the box stating that you “qualify for Whatcom County’s property tax exemption for senior citizens and people with disabilities program”

 *If in-person workshop was completed, no Refresher Quiz is necessary

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1. How do I know if I am eligible for the rebate?
2. How do I know if I am eligible for the Low- and Fixed-income Septic Assistance Program?
3. Where do I turn in my rebate application?
4. What do I need to submit for the rebate?
5. How do I apply for the Septic Assistance Rebate?
6. How do I sign up for a class?
7. How large of a rebate can I receive?
8. I am a senior citizen or person with disabilities with property tax exemption status. What am I eligible for?
9. How long does it take to receive the rebate?
10. When is the last date for me to submit my rebate materials? If something comes up, can I still submit them late?
11. I followed the instructions I received after completing my training and have submitted all of my rebate application materials. Is there anything more I need to do?
12. Can I submit applications for all three rebate options?
13. I completed an evaluation, septic tank pumping, or installed equipment before I received a letter from the Whatcom County Health Department. Am I still eligible for the rebate?
14. I attended a homeowner workshop a few years ago; can you verify that I attended a class? Can I still submit a rebate now?
15. I sent my rebate materials in a few months ago and still have not had any response. Did you receive my information?
16. If I have a certified professional complete my septic system evaluation, why do I need to complete a homeowner training?
17. I have already received a rebate for this property. Can I receive another rebate?
18. Where do I access the refresher quiz and rebate application?
19. Where do I find materials to help me with the refresher quiz?
20. I am a senior citizen or person with disabilities but do not receive property tax exemption. Am I still eligible for the Low- and Fixed-income Septic Assistance Program?
21. What if there is a problem with my septic system upon evaluation?