Georgia Administrative Code

Those interested in being considered for this project should present a copy of the Proposal to GEFA by May 21, 2004. Proposals may also be submitted in electronic format via e-mail to richard@gefa.ga.gov [File Link Not Available] . The Authority may request additional information…

In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information on a grant program being implemented in the year of 2008.

The Georgia Fund $1,000,000 Sewer Grant Program.

Funded from a $1,000,000 direct appropriation by the 2008 Session of the General Assembly of Georgia.

To provide one-time grants of up to $100,000 to small cities, counties and water and sewer authorities to build or expand a public sewer system. The recipient communities must own or operate a public water system and the proposed sewer system's customers must be located in areas …

Small cities, counties and water and sewer authorities that own or operate a public water and/or sewer system are eligible. Qualifying governments may receive a maximum grant assistance amount of $100,000 to be combined with other funding necessary for the completion of the proje…

Local governments as defined in O.C.G.A. 50-23-4(7).

Projects must undergo an environmental review by the Environmental Protection Division of the State of Georgia and meet the facilities planning requirements. If the project exceeds the grant maximum of $100,000, and the balance of required funding is to be provided by a GEFA loan…

Funding from the grant is very limited. Eligible governments with viable projects will be evaluated and awarded on a first come, first served basis. Local governments interested in applying for grant funds are encouraged to request a grant/loan application package from GEFA by ca…

In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information on a grant program being implemented in the year of 2007.

The Georgia Land Conservation Trust Fund.

The Georgia Land Conservation Trust Fund is authorized and established in accordance with the Official Code of Georgia Annotated § 36-22-1, et seq.

The scope of the Trust Fund is to provide grant funding to permanently protect land and water, or interests therein, that is in its undeveloped, natural state or that has been developed only to an extent that does not interfere with its conservation value.

The following types of resources will be eligible for consideration in meeting the scope of the Trust Fund: (A) Water quality protection for rivers, streams, and lakes; (B) Flood protection; (C) Wetlands protection; (D) Reduction of erosion through protection of steep slopes, are…

Local governments as defined in O.C.G.A. 50-23-4(7).

The policy(ies) of the Program shall identify the criteria by which all land conservation project applications shall be reviewed by the Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority and the Department of Natural Resources and approved by the Land Conservation Council. Authority O.C.…

Applications are received at any time during the year. Applicants interested in applying for grant funds are encouraged to request a grant application package from the Georgia Land Conservation Program by calling 404/584-1101 or it can be downloaded from the Georgia Land Conserva…

In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information on a grant program being implemented in the year of 2007 by the Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority (GEFA).

The Georgia Fund $500,000 Wastewater Reuse Grant Program.

Funded from a $500,000 direct appropriation by the 2007 Session of the General Assembly of Georgia.

To provide one-time grants for the reuse of treated wastewater to support economic growth and development. The geographic area eligible for these grants is in the rapidly growing regions in Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, Bryan and Glynn Counties where scientific studies have shown …

Qualifying governments that have pilot projects that will support immediate reuse results are eligible. Qualifying governments may receive an incentive grant to be combined with other funding necessary for the completion of the project.

Local governments as defined in O.C.G.A. 50-23-4(7) in Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, Bryan and Glynn Counties are eligible.

Projects must undergo an environmental review by the Environmental Protection Division (EPD) of the State of Georgia and receive approval of Plans and Specifications by EPD. If the project exceeds the grant amount, and the balance of required funding is to be provided by a GEFA l…

Funding from the grant is very limited. Local governments in the eligible counties referenced in the "267-27-.04 - General Scope and Purpose of the Grant Program" with viable projects will be evaluated and awarded on a first come, first served basis. To apply for grant funds, the…

In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information on a grant program being implemented in the year of 2008 by the Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority (GEFA).

The Georgia Water Supply Competitive Grant Program.

50-23-5 provides statutory authorization. The Georgia Water Supply Competitive Grant Program is funded from a $40,000,000 direct appropriation by the 2008 Session of the General Assembly of Georgia.

To provide grants to cities, counties and water and/or water and sewer authorities for the expansion/construction of reservoirs or other water supply projects to improve water supply in the state and make local water supply more resistant to periods of drought. The recipient comm…

Cities, counties and water and/or water and sewer authorities that own or operate a public water system are eligible. Qualifying governments that have projects that will support the alleviation or prevention of drought-related water shortages are eligible. Qualifying governments …

Local governments as defined in O.C.G.A. 50-23-4(7).

Minimum qualifications include: 1) Applicant can demonstrate need for additional water supply; 2) Project conforms with applicant's regional Water Development and Conservation Plan once adopted; 3) Any applicant located within the Metro North Georgia Water Planning District is in…

Applicants must use the Georgia Water Supply Competitive Grant Program Application form. An application may be requested by calling 404/584-100 or download an application from GEFA's website (available starting June 2, 2008 at www.gefa.org). Applications will be accepted beginnin…

In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information on a grant program being implemented in late 1993.

Local Government/Non-Profit Energy Conservation Grant Program.

Funded from Stripper Well Settlement Agreement Petroleum Overcharge funds.

To implement energy conservation measures to conserve energy.

Local Governments funded 100%, and non-profits 50/50 match up to $5,000. Total allowable for each successful applicant is $5,000. Total amount for grant program is $70,000.

Local Government or Non-Profit Facilities.

Eligible energy conservation measures are those which a) conserve energy (on a site BTU basis); b) have a simple payback of not less than one (1) nor more than fifteen (15) years. The payback period with calculations and the cost of the energy conservation measure must be provide…

Applications must be in this Office on or before September 30, 1994. The application should be mailed to: Local Government/Non-Profit Energy Conservation Grant Program Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority Division of Energy Resources 2090 Equitable Building 100 Peachtree St…

In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information on a grant program being implemented in the winter of 1999.

Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program.

Funded from Stripper Well Overcharge funds.

To assist eligible low income families by making their homes more energy efficient; thereby, reducing their monthly utility expenditures.

There are 22 agencies eligible to receive these funds. The funds will be divided equally among each agency according to their geographical service area. There is $225,000 available in Stripper Well funds.

Existing non-profit or public weatherization providers, as identified in the 1999 State Weatherization Plan.

Funds will be awarded to agencies identified in the 1999 Low-Income Weatherization Plan.

Funds will be awarded to eligible agencies on an equal basis. Requests must be received by January 17, 2000. Request should be mailed to: Weatherization Assistance Program Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority 100 Peachtree Street, Suite 2090 Atlanta, Georgia 30303

In compliance with the "Fair and Open Grants" Article of the "Budget Accountability and Planning Act of 1993," following is the information on a grant program being implemented in the Spring of 1995.