State grantNorth Carolina
Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Funding
Offered by North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Found automatically on deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-infrastructure/lead-service-line-replacement-lslr-funding. Check details with the funder before applying.
- Who can apply
- Local governments, non-profit water companies, and investor-owned water utilities in North Carolina.
- How much
- Amount not listed
- By when
- RollingApply anytimeApplications are open year-round on a rolling basis. For 2026, approximate application due dates for award consideration are January 9, March 2, June 1, August 3, and November 2, with awards at State Water Infrastructure Authority meetings on February 18, April 15-16, July 15, September 16, and December 9, 2026.
Checked Oct 19, 2026
About this grant
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality offers Lead Service Line Replacement funding through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, supported by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Funds help eligible water systems inventory and fully remove lead service lines and connectors, with 49% of national funds provided as principal forgiveness loans (like grants) to disadvantaged communities and 51% as low-interest loans. Applications are accepted year-round on a rolling basis and awarded at four State Water Infrastructure Authority meetings each year.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Eligible applicants are local governments, non-profit water companies, and investor-owned water utilities in North Carolina. Eligible projects include inventorying and complete removal of lead service lines and galvanized lines downstream of lead components, removal of lead goosenecks/pigtails/connectors, replacement of curb stops and appurtenances, site restoration, permit fees, temporary pitcher filters or POU devices, lead service line inventory development, planning and design, and non-routine lead sampling. Funds cannot be used for indoor plumbing or indoor fixtures.
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