Replacing, Removing, or Upgrading Underground Storage Tanks Grant

The State Water Resources Control Board offers the RUST (Replacing, Removing, or Upgrading Underground Storage Tanks) grant to assist small‑business UST owners/operators in California with the full cost of upgrading, removing, or replacing underground storage tanks to meet state health and safety code requirements. Grants cover 100 % of eligible costs, range from $3,000 to $70,000 (with an additional $140,000 pool for remote public fueling stations), and are awarded on a reimbursement basis after work is completed and verified. • Eligible applicants: California‑based small businesses (<20 employees) that own/operate USTs and meet specific sales and compliance criteria. • Funding: Up to $70,000 per project (or up to $140,000 for certain remote stations); reimbursement after submission of contractor invoices and Standard Form 261. • Application: Requires a Letter of Intent; no matched funding required; grant guidelines must be reviewed before applying. • Timeline: Open date 6/9/2020; award announcement and performance period are listed as “Ongoing” with no fixed deadline. • Contact: State Water Resources Control Board – phone (916) 341‑5765, email [email protected].