HomeMy Public PortalAbout2024 Rainscaping ApplicationMSD PROJECT CLEAR RAINSCAPING SMALL GRANTS APPLICATION
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CONTACT INFORMATION & SCOPE OF PROJECT
Name Phone Number
Project Address
Mailing/Billing Address
City State Zip
Email address
1.Project is (check one): Residential Institutional/Commercial
(includes not-for-profits, schools, governments, churches, etc.)
2. Type(s) and size(s) of rainscaping to be installed; check all that apply. (Go to www.mobot.org/rainscaping for
step-by-step rainscape planning guidance. NOTE: Choose a box for each separate rainscaping feature you are
implementing; multiple checked boxes mean multiple features are being proposed.)
Native soil rain garden: sq. ft.; ponding depth; perc. test results
(Ensure perc test location as well as basin and overflow are noted on design.(inches/hour drained)
Profile design recommended on top of landscape design.)
Engineered bioretention: sq. ft.; ponding depth; perc. test results
(MSD Permit Required*) (inches/hour drained)
Lawn alternatives: sq. ft.
(Replace turf grass or invasives with trees and groundcover, shrubs, perennials and/or prairie plants.)
Permeable pavers: sq. ft.; # of base layers;
(Ensure perc test location is indicated total inches of base layers perc. test results
on design. Cross section required to show size and number of base layers.)(inches/hour drained)
Rain barrel(s) or cistern: gallons
Bioswale(s): sq. ft.
(Must lead to another feature.)
Woodland restoration: sq. ft.
(Invasive species removal and replacement.)
Green roof: sq. ft.
Other:
*To obtain an over-the-counter MSD permit, contact Engineer of the Day at (314) 768-2705.
3. Is your rainscaping feature replacing one or more of the following?
(NOTE: existing landscaped areas are NOT eligible)
Lawn grass: Yes No Bare ground: Yes No
Invasive species*: Yes No Pavement: Yes No
Other; please explain:
*For a list of invasive species, see www.mobot.org/invasives.
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BUDGET
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PLANT SPECIES INFORMATION
List plants to be installed, including genus and species, common name, quantity, spacing and
container size.* Indicate which plants are native (including native cultivars). Attach additional paper as needed.
PLANT GENUS & SPECIES COMMON NAME QUANTITY CONTAINER SIZE SPACING
PROJECT COSTS
Complete the table below to provide an itemized budget.** Attach additional paper as needed.
MATERIAL/ITEMS SOURCE (IF DIY)QUANTITY PRICE PER ITEM TOTAL PRICE
PROJECT TOTAL $
$AMOUNT REQUESTED FOR AWARD
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*If using a contractor that supplies this information in their bid, write “see contractor attachment”
and attach the relevant document to this application.
NATIVE? (Y OR N)COST
**If using a contractor that supplies this information in their bid, write “see contractor attachment” and
attach the relevant document to this application.
**If sourcing the items yourself (DIY project), attach documentation of each material listed from the
source’s website, catalog, or confirmation through email coorespondence.
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OUTREACH
4. Will you allow MSD Project Clear to use pictures and/or information from your project in public outreach
efforts or publications? Yes No
5. Please note that design and labor costs can only be included if a participating contractor is employed. If do-it-
yourself (DIY) design and/or installation is employed, labor costs cannot be reimbursed. Therefore, equipment
rental for DIY projects should be listed under materials. In addition, an itemized materials list including the cost
per item per feature must be attached.
5A. Who designed the landscaping? (check one): Do-it-yourself Contractor
5B. Who will install the landscaping? (check one): Do-it-yourself Contractor
5C. If using a contractor, indicate which company you would like to move forward with: _______________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
5D. If using a contractor, please list their email address and phone number?_________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
5E. Who will maintain your feature?_________________________________________________________________
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS — (Clearly label each attachment with your name and address.)
Orientation requirement is complete.
If working with a contractor, please include bid on contractor letterhead.
If installing a DIY project, please print off copies of any online pricing you have sourced.
Landscape design drawing(s)/planting plan(s). (See Landscape Drawing Requirements.)
Photograph(s) of your site. Please including the following: (1) Show exact future location(s) of your rainscaping feature(s) (we must be able to
see what is currently in the location where you intend to add a rainscaping feature); (2) Show proximity of the feature(s) to the street; (3) Include
descriptive labels on all photos; (4) Include aerial photograph or aerial satellite image from Google Maps with your feature location outlined;
(5) Loose photos must be attached to an 8½” × 11” piece of paper.
Maintenance plan (specify who will take care of the plan).
Soil amendment strategy (if proposing a plant-based feature) including mulch - what kind, how thick, where from; if compost applied - quantity (in
inches), what kind, where from.
Project narrative/description.
SIGNATURE/AGREEMENT
• I have read and agree with all MSD Project Clear Rainscaping Small Grants Program requirements.
• I agree to maintain the rainscaping feature(s) for a minimum of five years, including watering plants during the establishment phase, weeding,
pruning, annual mulching, and plant replacement as needed.
• I do not intend to sell my house at this time.
• I understand that this program is partially funded with public money, therefore names, addresses, and project data may be shared with partners as requested.
• I understand that the Rainscaping Small Grants Program parameters and RainScaping Guide are provided as guidelines only. Landowners are solely
responsible for ensuring the success of their own rainscaping feature designs and implementations. Grant application review and acceptance for
funding does not imply program, funder, or partner endorsement or responsibility for proper design, installation, or maintenance.
• I agree to locate any underground utilities by calling 1-800-344-7383 (DIG-RITE) and provide proof of the appointment with photos, or the DIG RITE report.
Missouri law requires that a location request be placed before beginning any excavation.
Landowner signature (signature required even if not overseeing the project)
Print name
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