You May Qualify for a Grant
for Your Private Sewer Lateral Work
The City is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Read below to find out which application would best suit your sewer lateral needs.
The City of Morgan Hill is offering a cost assistance option in the form of a grant opportunity for property owners to conduct work sewer lateral lines.
All grant funds are allocated on a first come, first served basis until all funds have been exhausted.
A grant must be approved and a Letter of Approval from the City of Morgan Hill must be received by the property owner BEFORE any construction work begins. All sewer lateral construction work done before grant approval is ineligible for funding.
Private Sewer Lateral Grant Application (PDF) - The maximum grant amount is set to be for 50% of the lowest contractor bid, up to a maximum of $5,000.
For repairs on private property, contact the Building Division to obtain a Plumbing Permit.
For repairs in the public right of way, contact the Engineering Department for an Encroachment Permit.
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