WA DNR Cost-Share Estimator
See how much DNR may reimburse for your forest health project. Enter your property details and get a planning-level estimate in under 2 minutes.
Estimate Your Reimbursement
Answer a few questions about your property and planned treatments. DNR may reimburse up to 50% of eligible costs.
Common Questions
How accurate is this DNR cost-share estimator?+
This estimator uses published DNR rate schedules to calculate maximum reimbursement caps. Final tier determinations and reimbursement amounts are made by DNR during their site assessment. Treat these numbers as planning estimates, not guarantees.
Which rates does the estimator use?+
The estimator uses the current Eastern Washington rate schedule. Western WA rates are not yet published — if your property is in Western Washington, the estimates shown use Eastern WA rates as a reference only.
What does 'cap per acre' mean?+
DNR sets a maximum reimbursement amount per acre for each practice tier. You receive up to 50% of your actual costs, but never more than the cap. For example, if the cap is $300/acre and your cost is $500/acre, DNR reimburses $250 (50% of $500), not $300.
Can I include multiple practices in one treatment area?+
Yes. A single treatment area can include multiple practices — for example, thinning and slash disposal on the same 40 acres. Each practice is reimbursed separately up to its own cap.
Important Disclaimers
Calculator & Estimate Disclaimer: The Gow Forestry DNR Cost-Share Calculator is provided as a free educational and planning tool only. All outputs are rough estimates based on published DNR rate schedules and user-provided inputs. Calculator results do not constitute a quote, guarantee, promise, or commitment of any reimbursement from the Washington Department of Natural Resources or from Gow Forestry. Estimates may be significantly inaccurate if: (a) DNR rate schedules change after the calculator’s data was last updated; (b) the user selects practice codes or tiers that do not match DNR’s actual site assessment; (c) the user inputs incorrect acreage, cost, or other data; or (d) program funding, eligibility rules, or reimbursement terms change. The DNR service forester who visits your property will ultimately determine which practices qualify, what tier classification applies, and whether or how much reimbursement you may receive. It is possible to receive less than estimated, or nothing at all.
No Guarantee of Funding: Neither Gow Forestry nor NerdBrainz (website developer) administer, control, or fund the Washington DNR cost-share program. We do not guarantee approval of any application, availability of program funding, or any specific reimbursement amount. All cost-share determinations — including eligibility, practice classification, reimbursement rates, and payment — are made solely by the Washington Department of Natural Resources at their discretion. Program terms, funding levels, rate schedules, and eligibility criteria are subject to change at any time based on legislative action, agency policy, or funding availability.
Rate Schedule Information: The per-acre caps and plan tier caps used by this calculator are sourced from the Eastern WA Cost-Share Application PDF (revised December 17, 2021) as published on DNR’s website. These rates may be updated or replaced by DNR at any time. Always confirm current rates with your assigned DNR service forester before making financial commitments.
Not Professional Advice: This calculator and its outputs are educational tools provided by Gow Forestry for informational purposes. They do not constitute legal, financial, tax, or professional forestry consulting advice. Landowners should consult with qualified professionals and directly with DNR regarding their specific circumstances.
Gow Forestry’s Role: Gow Forestry is a private forestry services contractor. We assist landowners with forest health treatments that may align with DNR cost-share program requirements, but we are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting as agents of the Washington Department of Natural Resources. Our assistance with the cost-share process does not guarantee any outcome.
Limitation of Liability: Gow Forestry, NerdBrainz (website developer), and their respective owners, officers, employees, and agents shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from the use of this calculator, reliance on its estimates, or any decisions made based on its outputs. Use of this tool is entirely at your own risk.