The new District Department of Environment (DDOE) is soliciting applications from DC homeowners for FREE stormwater friendly landscaping enhancements to be installed in their yards. One home from each ward will be selected to install a large shade tree, rain garden, “Bayscaping”, pervious surfaces and a rain barrel. Selection criteria will include visibility of the home, accessibility to public transportation, willingness of the homeowner to allow tours, willingness of the homeowner to continue maintenance.

The deadline for submitting applications is August 10, 2007. Interested residents should visit the DDOE website at ddoe.dc.gov and click ‘DDOE Seeks Applications For Stormwater Demonstration Sites’ (under DDOE News) to fill out an application. If you have questions, please call Lorin O’Toole at (202) 727-5160.