River Hero Homes Application
For your application to be complete, please submit the River Hero Homes Application and photo documentation.
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Will you be attending a JRA Rain Barrel Event?
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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
Photo 2
Photo 3
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 Practice
New Practice
Not 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 Practice
New Practice
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If you use a lawn maintenance company, make sure they are environmentally friendly.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Mow high and leave clippings in place.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Compost garden and kitchen waste and/or use compost on your lawn and garden.
Existing Practice
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Reduce/eliminate the use of herbicides/pesticides. Alternatively, use organic/natural methods.
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Water your lawn and/or garden slow and deep.
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Time your watering and water only in the morning or late afternoon.
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New Practice
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Aerate your yard.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Install a smart irrigation system.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Redirect downspout to pervious surface.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Protect Storm Drains (Select a minimum of 2)
Only rain down the drain! Keep drains/drainage ditches clear of oil, litter, leaves, etc.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Label storm drains in your neighborhood.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Wash cars on pervious surfaces or at a car wash that recycles the water.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Plant a vegetated buffer between your yard and the street.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Practice Smart Boat Ownership (Required if you are a boat owner)
What type of boat do you own?
Power Boat
Paddle Boat
Not a Boat Owner
Use only marine approved cleaning products.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Pump out holding tanks at approved facilities.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Be careful when filling gas and oil tanks – no spills in the water or on dock.
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New Practice
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Use trash cans at landings or take trash home with you to dispose of it properly.
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New Practice
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Properly dispose of fishing line.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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Proper Septic System Care (Required if you have a septic system)
I have a Septic System
Yes
No
Do not use excessive amount of water in short periods of time and install water saving fixtures when possible.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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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 Practice
New Practice
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Be mindful of what goes down your drains and into your garbage disposal.
Existing Practice
New Practice
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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 photos
I do NOT give JRA the right, even with prior approval, to inspect my project
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If you were referred by a member of River Hero Homes please include their name here:
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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
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