Water Conservation

Water is an essential component of life itself. In order to ensure its availability, while saving you money at the same time, it is crucial that everyone practice good water conservation, especially in times of drought. The City has developed a comprehensive water conservation program to encourage and enable every resident to save water.

Events & News

Check out all that is happening with the Charlottesville Water Conservation Program in the community.
Fix a Leak

Fixing leaks can significantly save water. Learn why it is important to Fix a Leak and all about our Fix a Leak Campaign initiatives including our Fix a Leak Family 5K.
Imagine a Day without Water

Could you go a day without water? No water to drink or use to make food. No water to shower, flush the toilet, or brush your teeth. Learn about our Imagine a Day without Water Campaign and annual Art Contest!
Programs & Resources

Our Water Conservation Program has information and resources tailored to your needs here in Charlottesville.
Water Rebates & Incentives

Find rebates and incentives for saving water including our $150 WaterSense toilet rebate, our $30 rain barrel rebate, and FREE water saving fixtures and resources.

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Water Conservation Program Highlights

Free Water Conservation Kits!

Comes with WaterSense labeled showerheads, WaterSense labeled faucet aerators, toilet leak detection dye tabs, and more!

$150 WaterSense Toilet Rebate!

Replace your 1.6 or more gallons per flush toilet with a WaterSense labeled one & get a $150 rebate!

**Recently Expanded**

$30 Rain Barrel Rebate

Install a rain barrel in your yard and get a $30 rebate for helping saving water outdoors!

2026 Fix a Leak Campaign

This March, the City of Charlottesville, Albemarle County Service Authority (ACSA), and Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority (RWSA) are hosting and participating in several FREE events to help encourage our community to save water and FIX A LEAK.

Learn more about our events and scavenger hunt on the Fix a Leak Website (LINK).

2025 Imagine a Day without Water Art Contest Winners Announced!

Check out the Winners (LINK)

Watch our Video Announcement (LINK)

The Toilet Rebate Program has been updated with increased rebate amount and expanded eligibility!

Learn More about the Toilet Rebate Program (LINK)

**NEW** Online Toilet Rebate Submission Form (LINK)
Toilet Rebate Form Only (LINK)
Toilet Rebate Form & Details (LINK)

Create Your Better Yard & Save Water!

Check out our Online Article on Charlottesville Family to help you find the water-saving landscape that fits your family's lifestyle (LINK).

For more information on how to have Your Better Yard, check out our materials on saving water outside (LINK).

Check out how to save water & energy

The Water Conservation Program supports the City's Energy and Water Management Program (EWMP), which works to save energy and water in City managed facilities. The EWMP develop quarterly outreach to Charlottesville City School students to help them develop good behaviors to save water and energy at school.