1) WaterSaver Program for ICI & Multi-unit Residential Toilet Replacement
February 24, 2006 -- Replace water guzzling toilets with water efficient models and the City will pay you:
1. $60 per low flow six-litre toilet installed.
2. $75 per high efficiency toilet installed.
3. $100 per 3.8 litre toilet or urinal.
4. $150 per rear-exit six-litre or less toilet installed.
5. up to $150 per per six-litre or less flush-valve toilet.
The City of Toronto's Toilet Replacement Program for multi-unit residential, commercial, industrial and institutional buildings wants you to replace old toilets with water-efficient six-litre toilets.
Important: Not all six litre toilets and bowl types/shapes are eligible for a cash incentive. Be sure to make your selection from the City-selected list and choose the bowl types/shapes (elongated, round, ADA) shown with each model.
To be eligible for the program:
your building must be classified as a multi-unit residential* or an industrial, commercial or institutional property located in the City of Toronto (includes retail outlet, office, government, school, hotel, hospital, factory, warehouse, manufacturer).
you must have existing toilets with a flush volume of 13 litres or more
your building must have had a municipal water meter for a minimum of two years
your building must be the sole destination of the water passing through the water meter
*Note: multi-unit residential buildings must have seven or more units.
How the program works
Selected applicants will be notified in writing. Once notified, selected applicants will have 120 days to work with a licenced City of Toronto plumber or contractor to install City-selected toilets and provide the City with:
the unaltered and dated sales receipt for the approved number of six-litre toilets showing the make and model
proof of proper disposal of the old toilets
a signed Building Toilet Inventory List (PDF) showing the location (suite number, floor number) and the make, model and number of six-litre toilets installed at that location.
How to apply
Follow these simple steps:
1. Mail/e-mail or fax a request for an Application Package.
2. Complete the program application form and return to address below.
Toronto Water
Metro Hall, 19th Floor
55 John Street, Toronto ON M5V 3C6
Attn: Water Efficiency Program
3. For a list or program details call 416-392-7000 or email: savewater@toronto.ca
Note:
This is a short-term program, limited to available funds and time restrictions. You will be notified in writing that you have been accepted in the program and your cash incentive will be reserved and held for 120 days.
A City approved agent will be contacting you to arrange for a sample testing of your newly installed toilets. Please ensure that your submission is complete and accurate. Incomplete materials will result in delayed processing or rejection.
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2) WaterSaver Program for Multi-unit Buildings and Businesses
The next washer you buy or lease for your building will have an enormous effect on the amount of water used and paid for by your business. A water-efficient washer can lower the cost of your annual water and energy bills by as much as $275 per washing machine*. It also helps to reduce water use. That's why the City will give you up to $125 to manage the cost of each new City-selected commercial washer that you buy or lease for your business.
*Estimate provided for communal laundry rooms.
Cash incentive amounts
High-efficiency washers use about 60 per cent less energy and 40 per cent less water than conventional top-loading washer. The washing machine is the second biggest water-user in most households; only the toilet uses more water.
The Washer Rebate Program offers two levels of incentives:
Leased washing machines
Property owners receive $100 cash back for each new qualifying washer that has been leased and installed in your facility. The route operators with whom you have a valid lease agreement may be eligible to receive $25 per leased washer.
Purchased washer
Receive $125 cash back for the purchase and installation of each new qualifying washer in your facility.
Who is eligible?
Owners of multi-unit residential properties
Public and private institutions with common-area laundries
Coin laundry stores
Businesses with on-premise washing machines (i.e. beauty salons, health clubs)
Route operators with valid lease agreements with participating facilities
Participating facilities must have a City of Toronto water account and a water meter.
Participating is easy - How to apply
1. Download the application/agreement form (PDF)
OR
Call 416-392-7000 or email savewater@toronto.ca to receive an application kit.
2. Review the City-selected models (PDF) and participating distributors/route operators list (PDF)
3. Purchase or lease qualifying washing machines.
4. Install qualifying washing machines in eligible facilities.
5. Complete the cash incentive application form.
6. Attach copies of the receipts or lease agreements.
7. Remember to sign and date the Application Agreement clause on the application.
8. *Mail your application and receipts or lease agreement to:
Toronto Water
Water Efficiency Program
Metro Hall, 19th floor
55 John Street
Toronto, Ontario M5V 3C6
* All receipts and lease agreements will be returned to applicants. Eligible applicants may receive a follow-up phone call to schedule a site inspection to verify installation prior to approval of the application. The City recommends that you keep a copy of the completed application form for your records.
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