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The City of Scottsdale Water ConservationOffice is offering a Hot Water Recirculation System rebate to water customers who install this water conservation device in their home. A hot water recirculation system means a system that consists of pipes with a motor driven pump that recirculates water between a water heater and hot water faucets. The rebate is offered to encourage a reduction of indoor water use.

Please note:  An instant hot water coil does not quality for the rebate. It is considered a point-of-use water heater.

1. Who Can Apply?
The Hot Water Recirculation System Rebate is available to single-family residential properties that receive water from the Scottsdale water system. The applicant must be the property owner or the party legally responsible for paying the water bill. Rebates are not available to builders or for systems that were included in new construction. The hot water recirculation system must be purchased after January 1, 2005.

2. What Features Must the Hot Water Recirculation Systems Have to Be Eligible?
The system must be new and a “listed” product (such as “UL” approved) and must be installed per its listing.
The hot water recirculation model must have either electrical timer programmable to a minimum of two cycles so the device runs only when needed or a pump on-off switch must be provided at a minimum of one fixture. Remote on-off switches may be utilized in place of an on-off switch at the fixture.
Tankless water heaters are not approved systems for this program.

3. How Do I Apply?
Mail the completed application and a dated sales receipt:

City of Scottsdale Water Conservation Office
Hot Water Recirculation System Rebate
9312 N 94th St
Scottsdale AZ 85258
Phone: 480-312-5650

4. How Much is the Rebate?
The rebate is a credit that will be applied to the water bill. There is only one rebate per customer. The hot water recirculation system must remain in the possession of the original purchaser or remain at the original installation address for at least one year from the date of purchase. The rebate amount is limited to actual cost (excluding tax) of the system or a maximum of $200 per system, whichever is less. Funds are limited. Rebates will be processed until funds are depleted.

5. Is a Building Permit Required?
Installation of the hot water recirculation system must meet city code requirements and permitting requirements. Call the One Stop Shop at 480-312- 2500 for information regarding a Minimum Permit or obtain your permit online. Inspection Services will inspect your system after installation as part of the permit process (request a "Final Plumbing" inspection).

Summary of Steps to Receive a Rebate:

• Obtain a minimum permit from One Stop Shop.
• Install system, or have system installed.
• Request Inspection Services to inspect installation of system during reasonable business hours (request a "Final Plumbing" inspection).
• Include minimum permit number and inspection date on application.
• Include make, model, and serial number of recirculation system on application.
• Complete and sign the application form.
• Submit copy of receipt with application form to the Water Conservation Office.
• Approved and processed applications will be credited to the water bill within two billing cycles beginning September 1, 2005.
Hot Water Recirculation System Rebate Application
(pdf / 170 kb / 2 pgs)

Questions?

Contact Water Conservation at 480-312-5650. 

Limited Saturday Inspections Starting Jan. 13, 2007

Homeowners can now request Saturday inspections for water heaters and hot water recirculator pumps.

Because these inspections often require homeowners to be on site and frequently cause interruptions to work/week schedules, the Inspections Services department is now offering Saturday service for a limited number of inspection types.

To schedule a Saturday inspection for the inspection types listed above call (480) 312-HOME (4656) and leave a message with your name, phone number, type of inspection and address. A city of Scottsdale building inspector will return your call to confirm the type of inspection being requested and schedule a time. Our goal is for the inspection to occur within a one hour window of the time identified.

If you have questions about whether an inspection qualifies for this service, please call Steve Gallant at (480) 312-5773.