Grower Programs
Water Access for Chicagoland Growers
We offer technical assistance with all methods of water access (sharing, catchment, hydrant access, water lines), MOA writing, custodian cap removal, irrigation, and food safety and sanitation.
[Image: Hydrant Use Permit/Water Access workshop at Growing Solutions Farm]
Have questions?
Want to chat with someone before signing up? You can schedule a call or video chat with AUA staff here.
Prefer email? Reach out to Tucker Kelly at water@auachicago.org.
Backflow Recertification Day
Important Instructions for Participation
Your reduced pressure zone device (RPZ) must have been initially certified by a licensed and bonded plumber.
Drop your RPZ off between 8 AM and 8 PM in the lobby of the Center for Green Technology located at 455 N Sacramento Blvd.
Drop off between March 10 and March 24. Pick up your RPZ after testing on or after April 6.
Photograph your RPZ and the six digit serial number located on the device and send to the contacts below.
For assistance with any steps in the process, contact water@auachicago.org or rcline@neighborspace.org, and review resources below.
Resources, Guides, and Tools
For information on navigating the 2025 requirements, please use these resources:
Past Resources:
Additional Resources:
Pathways to Water Access
Click on the images in the gallery below to learn more about your options.
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Eager to get started?
Have questions? You can schedule a consultation call or video chat with AUA staff here.
Prefer email? Reach out to Tucker Kelly at water@auachicago.org.