Between inflation, summer utility bills, and property taxes, keeping a home in the West Metro isn't getting any cheaper. But if you have made any recent upgrades to your house—or are planning to this summer—the City of Plymouth currently has two financial rebate pipelines open to reimburse you.

However, the city's grant funding is currently in a transition phase, meaning you have to be very careful about when you bought your equipment to ensure your application isn't automatically denied.

Here is exactly how to pull some of your tax dollars back into your own pocket.

The Water Efficiency Rebate: Old Money vs. New Money

The city, backed by the Metropolitan Council, reimburses residents for installing devices that reduce the strain on the municipal water supply (like Smart Irrigation Controllers, WaterSense Toilets, and Energy Star Washing Machines).

Because the city is transitioning to a new grant cycle, your deadline depends entirely on the date printed on your receipt:

Scenario A: You bought your equipment BEFORE July 1, 2026.

• Your Deadline is TODAY (July 10). You fall under the old 2024-2026 budget cycle. The city is officially closing the books on this grant today. If you submit your application tomorrow, it will be denied.

Scenario B: You bought your equipment ON OR AFTER July 1, 2026.

• You have time. You fall under the new 2026-2028 grant cycle. You do not have to rush to submit today. However, because funds are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, you should still apply quickly.

How to claim it:

You must have your receipts ready. You can find the submission portal, verify if your specific device brand qualifies, and download the correct application form (Old vs. New) by visiting the City of Plymouth Water Rebate Page.

JUST LAUNCHED: The 2026 Home Energy Rebate

If you are looking to lower your electric bill, you are in luck. On July 7, the city officially unlocked its Home Energy Rebate Program, offering residents up to $500 (or $750 for income-qualified households) for energy-efficient property upgrades.

Unlike the water program, this initiative is just getting started, but funds are limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

What qualifies for this round of funding?

• Home Upgrades: Adding residential insulation, upgrading to energy-efficient doors/windows, or conducting professional home energy audits.
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure: Installing Level 2 EV charging stations at your residence.
• Electric Yard Equipment: Swapping out gas-powered gear for electric lawnmowers, snowblowers, or leaf blowers.
• Select Appliances & E-Bikes: E-bike purchases and certain appliance upgrades also qualify, heavily depending on your specific utility provider (Xcel Energy vs. Wright-Hennepin).

How to secure your funds:

Because the exact rebate amounts fluctuate based on which utility company services your specific Plymouth address, you will need to cross-check your project. Find the full list of eligible improvements and the official application forms at plymouthmn.gov/homeenergyrebate.

Your Voice, Your Future: Why Plymouth’s Climate Action Plan Needs Your Input

🌍 Your tax dollars, your infrastructure, your future! The City of Plymouth is finalizing its 10-year Climate Action and Resiliency Plan—a major policy document that will dictate how capital funding is spent on things like energy, transit, and flooding over the next decade. If you want a say in local environmental policy, this is your moment. #PlymouthMN #CivicEngagement #LocalGovernment #WestMetro

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