LADWP Drought Tolerant Landscape Rebate: Save on Water-Wise Outdoor Upgrades
Transform your outdoor space into a sustainable, low-maintenance landscape with the LADWP drought tolerant landscape rebate—a program designed to encourage water-wise gardening across Los Angeles. Designed to help residents reduce outdoor water use, this rebate supports the installation of native plants, efficient irrigation systems, and xeriscaped designs that thrive with minimal watering. By embracing drought-tolerant landscaping, homeowners not only lower their water bills but also contribute to regional conservation goals during extended dry periods.
The LADWP drought tolerant landscape rebate offers up to $5 per square foot for qualifying outdoor improvements, with funding limited and applications processed seasonally. Eligible upgrades include replacing turf with native groundcovers, upgrading to smart controllers, and updating sprinkler systems for optimal efficiency. These changes support both environmental responsibility and long-term cost savings, especially during LA’s frequent drought conditions.
Take action now—visit the LADWP website to explore available rebates, review qualifying plants and devices, and submit your project for approval. Join thousands of LA residents saving water and money while creating beautiful, resilient landscapes. Apply today and make every drop count in your drought-tolerant outdoor retreat.
Transform your yard into a drought-resilient sanctuary with the LADWP drought tolerant landscape rebate. Apply today to unlock rebates, reduce water use, and enjoy a beautiful, eco-friendly outdoor space that thrives in dry LA summers. Start your project now and contribute to a greener future for your community.
The Landscape Efficiency Assistance Program (LEAP) is funded by the Urban Community Drought Relief Grant from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR). Through LEAP, LADWP customers living within Disadvantaged Communities (as defined by DWR) may qualify for FREE services to replace traditional lawns with a sustainable, drought-tolerant landscape. These services may include: I.
The Residential Drought Resistant Landscape Incentive Program will pay single family residential customers $1 for each square foot of turf removed and replaced with drought tolerant plants, mulching and water. This rebate is intended to help cover the costs of converting your lawn to a drought-tolerant landscape. The rebate amount and program specifics can change, so it's essential to check the latest details directly from the LADWP website or contact their customer service for the most current information.
California is in a drought emergency, and Los Angeles DWP is taking extraordinary efforts to ensure there is enough water for the future. Residents are being offered first-come-first-serve turf removal rebates to upgrade their lawn to a drought tolerant landscape. So NOW is the perfect time to transform your yard into a low-maintenance, low-water paradise!
Save on your water bill by transforming your lawn with the Turf Replacement Rebate, LADWP's most popular water conservation program. Residential and Commercial customers can receive support and rebates for sustainable landscaping improvements. Among the most recent is our increase to the rebate for customers replacing their grass lawns with drought-tolerant landscaping.
Effective October 1, our Turf Replacement Program now pays both residential and commercial customers $5 per square foot to make the switch, up from the previous $3 per square foot. Take advantage of LADWP's most popular water conservation program. Transform your lawn and create a sustainable landscape that includes: California Friendly plants, including native species, appropriate for the Los Angeles climate Mulch and other groundcover to help retain moisture in the soil A rain capturing feature like a rain garden, rain barrel, cistern, infiltration trench, or.
"LADWP's increased $5 per square foot turf replacement rebate is one more example of how we are doing our part to help our customers do theirs during this drought, to make it easier for our customers to take that next step in their conservation efforts. Los Angeles DWP is offering residents $5.00 per square foot (up to $25,000) for replacing turf/lawn with water. The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) offers substantial rebates for replacing your lawn with drought-tolerant landscaping.
Rebates can reach up to $5 per square foot, helping residents save money and conserve water.