Riverside Sewer Lateral Repair Grant

City of Riverside Public Works

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Riverside Sewer Lateral Repair Grant is available to homeowners in Riverside, CA.

Provides grants to income-qualified Riverside homeowners for repair or replacement of failing private sewer laterals. Helps prevent sewage backups and protect public health and water quality.

Grant covers up to full cost of sewer lateral repair or replacement

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

In Riverside, CA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Grant for sewer lateral repair/replacement
  • Income at or below 120% AMI required
  • Owner-occupied homes in Riverside
  • Prevents sewage backups and contamination
  • Covers private lateral from home to street

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Riverside, CA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Riverside early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Rolling applications

Questions about this program?

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Riverside Sewer Lateral Repair Grant provide in Riverside, CA?

Grant up to $8,000.

Who qualifies for Riverside Sewer Lateral Repair Grant in Riverside?

Riverside Sewer Lateral Repair Grant is open to homeowners in Riverside, CA.

How do I apply for Riverside Sewer Lateral Repair Grant in Riverside, CA?

Apply directly with City of Riverside Public Works using the official program link on this page or call (951) 826-5485. There is no middleman and no fee.

Need a Contractor for This Grant?

Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.

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