River Hero Homes Application

River Hero Homes Application

For your application to be complete, please submit the River Hero Homes Application and photo documentation.
Application Date:

MonthDayYear
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
What county or independent city do you live in?*
E-mail*
Phone Number (optional)

Area CodePhone Number
Will you be attending a JRA Rain Barrel Event?*

YesNo
Please enter the name and date of the JRA Rain Barrel Event.
River Friendly Practices

Select and document at least one River Friendly Practice from the list below that you currently have in place. Photo documentation of each practice must be included. Hover over the name of the practice to see the requirements for each to ensure that you meet the requirement.
Rain Barrels
Total # of Barrels
Total Volume in Gallons
Native Plantings/Bayscape
Total Area in Square Feet
Please identify the native species you have planted:
Tree Planting
Number of New Trees
Lot size(acres)
Please identify the native tree species you will plant and the size of each tree (caliper or height)
Rain Garden
Rain Garden Total Area in Square Feet
Vegetated Filter Strip/Buffer (non streamside)
Width in Feet
Length in Feet
Please identify the native species you have planted and a description:
Riparian/Streamside/Shoreline Buffer
Length in Feet
Width in Feet
Please identify the native species you have planted:
Permeable Pavers/Pavement
Total Area in Square Feet
Septic System Maintenance
If a problem was identified, please describe the problem and what was done to correct it:
If you are interested in a practice that is not listed above, please describe your practice in the space provided so that we can review your proposed project.
If you already had a qualifying practice installed and this process inspired you to install additional River Friendly Practices, please tell us about them.
Photo Documentation Upload

JRA requires that photos be submitted so that we can verify that the required practices have been installed
Photo 1

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Photo 2

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Photo 3

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Everday Actions

Please select which Everyday Actions you currently participate in or plan to begin participating in as a River Hero Home.
Scoop the Poop: (Required if you are a pet owner)

Existing PracticeNew PracticeNot Pet Owner
Smart Yard/Lawn/Garden Maintenance (Select a minimum of 5)
Don’t fertilize; if you do fertilize, test your soil first and fertilize at the correct time of year.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
If you use a lawn maintenance company, make sure they are environmentally friendly.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Mow high and leave clippings in place.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Compost garden and kitchen waste and/or use compost on your lawn and garden.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Reduce/eliminate the use of herbicides/pesticides. Alternatively, use organic/natural methods.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Water your lawn and/or garden slow and deep.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Time your watering and water only in the morning or late afternoon.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Aerate your yard.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Install a smart irrigation system.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Redirect downspout to pervious surface.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Protect Storm Drains (Select a minimum of 2)
Only rain down the drain! Keep drains/drainage ditches clear of oil, litter, leaves, etc.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Label storm drains in your neighborhood.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Wash cars on pervious surfaces or at a car wash that recycles the water.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Plant a vegetated buffer between your yard and the street.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Practice Smart Boat Ownership (Required if you are a boat owner)
What type of boat do you own?

Power BoatPaddle BoatNot a Boat Owner
Use only marine approved cleaning products.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Pump out holding tanks at approved facilities.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Be careful when filling gas and oil tanks – no spills in the water or on dock.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Use trash cans at landings or take trash home with you to dispose of it properly.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Properly dispose of fishing line.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Proper Septic System Care (Required if you have a septic system)
I have a Septic System

YesNo
Do not use excessive amount of water in short periods of time and install water saving fixtures when possible.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Do not plant water loving plants, vegetables, or place mulch on top of drain field. A grass lawn is the best thing to have on top of your drainfield

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
Be mindful of what goes down your drains and into your garbage disposal.

Existing PracticeNew PracticeN/A
I certify that the information I have provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that JRA may use my photos to promote this program and River Friendly Practices. I also understand that JRA may, with prior notice and approval, access my property to inspect my projects. At no time will JRA make your address public or display a house number in a photo. Photo usage rights and project inspection rights may be revoked by checking the boxes below.
I do NOT give JRA the right to use my photosI do NOT give JRA the right, even with prior approval, to inspect my project
Signature
Date

MonthDayYear
If you were referred by a member of River Hero Homes please include their name here:
For questions contact Amber Ellis at aellis@jrava.org or (804) 788-8811 ext 205. James River Association, 4833 Old Main Street, Richmond, VA 23231
Should be Empty:

River Hero Homes Application

River Friendly Practices

Photo Documentation Upload

Everday Actions

Smart Yard/Lawn/Garden Maintenance (Select a minimum of 5)

Protect Storm Drains (Select a minimum of 2)

Practice Smart Boat Ownership (Required if you are a boat owner)

Proper Septic System Care (Required if you have a septic system)

For questions contact Amber Ellis at aellis@jrava.org or (804) 788-8811 ext 205. James River Association, 4833 Old Main Street, Richmond, VA 23231