Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program in Vermont

From USDA: Rural Development (RD)

We are committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America.

Type of Support

Overview

The Water & Waste Disposal Loan & Grant Program in Vermont aims to support the development and maintenance of clean and reliable drinking water systems, sanitary sewage disposal, solid waste disposal, and storm water drainage for households and businesses in eligible rural areas. The program's funding can be utilized for a wide range of purposes including the construction or improvement of drinking water treatment and distribution, sewer and solid waste disposal systems, and storm water drainage. Additionally, funds may cover legal and engineering fees, land acquisition, permits, equipment, start-up operations and maintenance, interest during construction, and the purchase of facilities to improve services. This program underscores the importance of essential infrastructure in rural communities to ensure public health, environmental protection, and sustainable development.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
VT
Organization Type
State and local governmental entities
Private nonprofits
Federally-recognized tribes
Other
  • Serves rural areas and towns with populations of 10,000 or less
  • Serves tribal lands in rural areas
  • Serves Colonias
  • Borrowers must have legal authority to construct, operate, and maintain proposed services or facilities
  • Facilities receiving federal financing must be used for a public purpose
  • Projects must be financially sustainable
not specified

Submission

Review Criteria

Funders are inclined to support collaborations involving federal, state, local, private, and nonprofit organizations that provide financial aid.

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