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Watershed Residential Assistance Program
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Join the Watershed Residential Assistance Program (WRAP)—Take Action for Your Property and Community and receive a free stormwater site assessment!
Carrboro homeowners, you have the power to enhance stormwater management on your property and contribute to a healthier environment! The Program offers both technical guidance and financial support to help you implement nature-based solutions that:
Reduce runoff
Slow erosion
Improve water quality
Protect local streams and structures
This Program is a key part of Carrboro’s broader efforts to strengthen our community’s resilience to stormwater challenges.
Why Participate?
By joining this Program, you can:
Enhance Surface Water Health – Install features that filter non-point source pollution and improve the ecological integrity of local creeks and streams.
Strengthen Resilience to Runoff – Address impacts from impervious surfaces by improving flow management and filtration to reduce flooding-related issues.
Who can apply?
If you are a single-family homeowner and meet the following criteria, you may qualify for technical assistance and potential cost-sharing for eligible practices:
Your property is residentially zoned
Your property is within Carrboro town limits
Your property does not have an active land-use or building permit
Want to check if your parcel meets the criteria? Use the Town of Carrboro's Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tool to explore property details.
How to Apply
Applications will be open March 21 - April 30, 2026. This application window recurs annually during a designated period.
For more information or questions, please contact our Stormwater Staff.
Watershed Residential Assistance Program - Stormwater Assessment Online Application Form
Make a Difference Today
If you’re considering stormwater improvements, don’t wait! Check out the program documents, cost-share details, and our Stormwater Services Directory, which lists trusted contractors specializing in nature-based stormwater infrastructure installations.
Your property has the potential to be part of the solution—take the first step today!
Program Timeline | |||||
| Assessments, Approvals, Agreements | Construction, Maintenance, Review | ||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Assessment Application | Assessment Reports | Cost-Share Application | Construction and Inspection | Operation and Maintenance | Review and Record Keeping |
| Apply to request a free stormwater site assessment on your property. | Staff will perform a site assessment and create a report with technical advice and recommendations for you. | You will find a qualified contractor to install your project. You may apply for Cost-Share through the form on the website. | Staff will routinely inspect your project during design and construction. | You will fill out an annual maintenance form; staff will visit to inspect projects and make sure they are functioning. | Staff will continue to track cost-share and nutrient reductions throughout the term of the project. |
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- What is a residential stormwater assessment?
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An assessment is technical advice given to a homeowner regarding possible solutions to flooding, drainage, erosion, or other stormwater-related concerns.
An assessment consists of an onsite consultation with the assessment provider and a detailed report/assessment customized to the property and owner’s interests.
- What are examples of stormwater concerns that may be considered for assessment? What would likely not be considered?
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Examples of suitable stormwater-related concerns
- Flooding resulting in property damage or health/safety concerns
- Other drainage issues (e.g., extended yard saturation)
- Eroding slopes or stream channels
- Stream buffers
- Water quality
Examples of Unsuitable Requests
- Home moisture (crawl spaces, basements)
- Tree removal
- General landscaping
- Who is eligible for having an assessment completed?
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Single family residential property owners within the Town’s municipal limits are eligible.