The Residential Protective Plumbing program provides financial assistance to qualified City of Ottawa property owners for the installation of protective plumbing devices such as sump pumps and storm and sanitary backwater valves.
Review our Frequently asked questions for more information about the Residential Protective Plumbing program.
Before you begin
Before you begin
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Review the eligibility requirements
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Review the application form
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Review the available rebates and amounts
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Discuss device options with a licensed plumber or contractor
Eligibility requirements
Eligibility requirements
You may be eligible for Residential Protective Plumbing rebates if:
- Your property is a residential unit within the City of Ottawa
- Your property was built prior to January 1, 2004 for a rebate for a stormwater backwater valve
- Your property was built prior to January 1, 2012 for a rebate for a sanitary backwater valve
- The protective plumbing was not installed by the City of Ottawa
- The work is complete and rebate application received within 12 months of the date of the Building Permit
Note, rebates are not available for maintenance, repair, or replacement of existing protective plumbing devices.
Available rebates and amounts
Available rebates and amounts
The City will rebate the lesser of the maximum rebate amount or the cost of the work.
| Item | Maximum rebate amount |
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| Building permit (plumbing work only) | 100 per cent of current fee |
| Indoor sanitary backwater valve | $1,000 |
| Storm backwater valve | $1,000 |
| Outdoor storm backwater valve | $2,500 |
| Primary Sump Pump with battery backup power installed in an existing sump pit | $1,500 |
| Secondary Sump Pump with battery backup power installed in an existing sump pit | $1,500 |
| Primary Sump Pump with battery backup power and construction of a sump pit | $3,000 |
| Secondary Sump Pump with battery backup power and construction of a sump pit | $3,000 |
How to apply
How to apply
- Complete an online application or download the form to complete and submit by mail or in person
- Attach documentation confirming ownership of the property
- Attach copy of the paid, itemized invoice for installation of protective plumbing devices
- Attach copy of the building permit and Building Code Services inspection report
Apply
Apply
Complete an online application or a printed copy and submit at any Client Service Centre or the Permit Desk at 951 Clyde Avenue N or mail to Residential Protective Plumbing, City of Ottawa, 951 Clyde Avenue N, Ottawa, ON K1Z 5A6.