Get Up To $24,000 Toward Septic-To-Sewer, Upgrades, Or Lateral Repairs
We manage eligibility, paperwork, permits, and inspections. Trenchless-first approach. First-come, first-served funding in 2025.
What Is SOIRL?
- Save Our Indian River Lagoon (SOIRL) funds homeowner projects that cut wastewater pollution.
- 3 voluntary grants in 2025: Septic Upgrade, Septic-to-Sewer Quick Connect, and Private Sewer Lateral Repair.
- Funded by the half-cent sales tax plus state and federal grants. First-come, first-served.
Turnkey Help From Pipeliner Pros
- We screen eligibility, complete paperwork, and coordinate with County staff.
- NASSCO-standard CCTV inspections and trenchless-first solutions.
- Direct contractor payment path available so you can pay little or nothing out of pocket within grant caps.
- Permits, inspections, final reimbursement package handled for you.
Septic System Upgrade Grant (up to $20,000)
- For properties on septic where sewer is not feasible soon.
- Upgrades to an advanced treatment unit (ATU) that reduces nitrogen.
- Grant amount based on estimated nitrogen load reduction, up to $20,000.
- Covers design, permits, inspections, equipment, contractor labor, and related site restoration to original condition.
- Owner pays any costs above the approved cap; future ATU maintenance is the owner’s responsibility.
You must have County approval and a Notice to Proceed before any work starts.
Good Fit Indicators
- Septic system on a property within the IRL watershed.
- No practical sewer connection available soon.
- Willing to replace conventional tank with advanced treatment that meets code.
Septic-to-Sewer Quick Connect (up to $12,000 to $24,000)
- Helps abandon septic and connect to central sewer.
- Funding is calculated at dollars per pound of nitrogen removed, with caps based on connection type.
- Up to $24,000 for pumped/force main connections and up to $12,000 for gravity connections.
- Covers septic abandonment, new lateral to sewer, required grinder/lift equipment, connection fees, permits, inspections, and restoration to original condition.
Verify sewer availability with your utility first. We can help you confirm service availability.
What We Handle
- Eligibility screen, cost estimate, and application.
- Permits and coordination with County/City inspectors.
- Closeout package for reimbursement or direct contractor payment.
Private Sewer Lateral Repair/Replacement (up to $10,000)
- For properties already on sewer with a leaking or defective private lateral.
- Up to $10,000 for full lateral replacement; up to $2,000 for minor repairs (e.g., broken cleanout).
- Requires evidence of damage or an active code case. Photos or CCTV proving cracks, roots, leaks, or missing caps qualify.
- Covers CCTV, cleaning, design, permits, trenchless or open-cut repair, and restoration to original condition.
- Work under the building slab or inside the home is not covered.
Trenchless Advantage
- CIPP lining or pipe bursting fixes the lateral with minimal surface impact.
- NASSCO-standard documentation for inspections and closeout.
| Requirement | What It Means | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Property lies within the Indian River Lagoon watershed in Brevard County. | Required |
| Owner | Applicant is the property owner of record (residential or commercial). | Required |
| System Status | Upgrade: on septic with no feasible sewer soon. Quick Connect: septic with sewer available. Lateral: on sewer with a damaged private lateral. | Program specific |
| Permits & Inspections | All required permits pulled; pass final inspections per code. | Mandatory |
| Work Start | Do not start work until County issues Notice to Proceed. | No pre-start |
Funding Snapshot
- Septic Upgrade: up to $20,000 based on nitrogen reduction.
- Quick Connect: up to $12,000 gravity or up to $24,000 pumped.
- Private Lateral: up to $10,000 replacement or up to $2,000 minor repair.
External state and federal grants help keep the programs active in 2025.
Deadline Tracker
| Milestone | When It Is Due | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Approval & Notice to Proceed | Before any work starts | We coordinate approval |
| Permits | Before construction | We pull permits |
| Final Inspections | At completion | We schedule and attend |
| Reimbursement Package | After completion | We assemble and submit |
Direct contractor payment is available with County authorization.
Limited Window
Half-cent tax funding supports these grants now. Apply while budgets are active and before any program changes.
Protect Home and Lagoon
Upgrades and repairs cut nitrogen and infiltration that lead to overflows and property damage.
Regulatory Momentum
New rules push advanced septic in the IRL and sewer connections where available. Getting ahead can save money.
Free Eligibility Screen
We confirm your address in the IRL watershed and match you to the best grant.
Inspection & Scope
HD CCTV (or septic assessment) to document conditions and define trenchless-first scope.
County Approval
We submit your application and obtain the Notice to Proceed before work starts.
Permits, Build, Inspections
We pull permits, complete the work, and pass final inspections.
Reimbursement or Direct Pay
We compile the reimbursement package or use direct contractor payment where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to live in the IRL watershed?
Yes. The grants target properties in Brevard County that lie within the Indian River Lagoon watershed.
Can businesses apply?
Yes. Both residential and commercial owners of record can apply if they meet location and program criteria.
Can I start work now and apply later?
No. You must receive County approval and a Notice to Proceed before work begins for costs to be eligible.
Is trenchless lining allowed for laterals?
Yes. Any code-compliant method that restores the lateral and passes inspection is acceptable. Interior under-slab plumbing is not covered.
What documents are needed for reimbursement?
Itemized invoices, proof of payment or contractor authorization for direct pay, permits, and final inspection approvals. We assemble this for you.
Program specifics can change. We will confirm your status during the free eligibility screen.
Book Your Free Eligibility Screen
Funding is limited. We will verify your address, confirm the best grant, and handle the paperwork.
SOIRL Contact: IRLProject@BrevardFL.gov or 321-633-2016
