Farm and Ranch Solid Waste Cleanup and Abatement Grant Program FR91
🏛 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (California)
Can you apply?
This grant is for property owners on farm and ranch land who did not cause illegal waste disposal at their sites. Eligible applicants include private and public landowners in California. Projects must clean up solid waste and abatement through full remediation. Applicants have approximately two years to complete cleanup work.
Projects may include multiple sites in a single application. Grant funds cover administrative costs, disposal, equipment, materials, and personnel. Innovative cleanup approaches are encouraged. In-kind contributions can supplement grant funding.
Program description
The project sites eligible for the grant must be located on ‘farm and ranch’ property, encompassing both private and public land, where the owner is not held responsible for the illegal disposal. The definition of ‘farm and ranch’ property can be found in the Eligible Geographies section below. Grantees are given approximately two years to complete the project(s). The sites should be fully remediated (cleaned up) using grant funds, or a combination of grant funds and in-kind contributions in terms of funds or services. The funding covers various costs, including Administrative, Recycling/Disposal (tires), Equipment, Material, and Personnel expenses. If necessary, measures for abatement and prevention, such as site security and public education/outreach efforts, should also be addressed. The program encourages innovative approaches. For further information and requirements, please refer to the Notice of Funds Available FY26-27 webpage, particularly the Application Guidelines and Instructions and Procedures and Requirements resource documents. The application typically includes several items for each project/site, such as Budget, Land Use/Zoning Designation, photos, Property Affidavit, Site Characterization, map, Work Plan, and Resolution. The Resolution is carried out through the governing body of the applicant (additional information is available). It is possible to include multiple projects/sites within a single application.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Property Affidavit
- Budget for each project/site
- Site Characterization
- Work Plan
- Land Use/Zoning Designation documents
- Project photos
- Map of project site(s)
- Resolution from governing body of applicant
Program contact
- 📧 mai.andrews@calrecycle.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-341-6215
FAQ
Who owns the property eligible for this grant?
Private or public landowners on farm and ranch property. The owner cannot be responsible for the illegal waste disposal at the site.
How long do I have to complete the project?
Applicants are given approximately two years to complete cleanup work.
What expenses can the grant cover?
Eligible costs include administrative, disposal, equipment, materials, personnel, and site security or public education measures.
Can I apply for multiple sites?
Yes. You may include multiple projects or sites within a single application.
Where must the property be located?
All project sites must be located on farm and ranch property in California.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Document that you or your organization are not responsible for the illegal waste disposal. A Property Affidavit is required for each site.
- Prepare a detailed Work Plan showing exactly how you'll remediate the site within the two-year timeframe.
- Include photos, zoning documents, and a site characterization to demonstrate the scope of cleanup needed.
- If using in-kind contributions, clearly identify and value donated labor, equipment, or materials alongside grant funds.
- Consider innovative cleanup methods in your proposal. The program specifically encourages creative, efficient solutions.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Submitting a Property Affidavit that does not clearly establish that the owner is not responsible for the illegal disposal. Proposing unrealistic cleanup timelines that cannot be completed within the two-year project period. Failing to provide sufficient site documentation, including photos and characterization, to justify the budget.
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