Legacy Disposal Site Abatement Grant Program

The Legacy Disposal Site Abatement Grant Program provides California public agencies with reimbursement grants (up to $750,000 per award) to fund the remediation of legacy landfill and disposal sites, accelerating cleanup, restoring sites, and protecting public health and the environment. The program requires a 50% match, offers a total of $1.5 million in funding, and expects award decisions in January 2027. Applications are due September 16 2026, and the performance period is two years. • Eligible applicants: public agencies (city, county, or state) within California • Eligible projects: remediation of disposal sites closed before current state permitting standards • Funding: up to $750,000 per award, 50% match required, reimbursement method • Total available funding: $1.5 million; number of awards dependent • Application deadline: 09/16/2026 (23:59) • Period of performance: 2 years • Contact: (916) 341‑6317, [email protected]