How to Apply for EBMUD Lawn Conversion Rebate

Application Steps

1. 1

   Submit the pre-approval application at ebmud.com before removing any lawn

   Go to ebmud.com and navigate to the Lawn Conversion Rebate application (or apply directly at form.jotform.com/ebmud/landscape-rebate-program). Include your EBMUD account number, the planned square footage, and photos of the existing lawn. Specify whether you are pursuing the standard rebate or the Super Rebate. Do not remove any lawn before you receive written approval.

   • EBMUD account number
   • Property address
   • Photos of existing lawn
   • Planned square footage
   • Proposed plant list (and whether you are targeting the Super Rebate)

   EBMUD Lawn Conversion Rebate application
2. 2

   Receive written approval and complete the conversion within 9 months

   EBMUD will review your application and issue written approval. Once approved, remove the lawn and install the climate-appropriate, low-water landscaping per your plan. If pursuing the Super Rebate, apply sheet mulch with compost during the conversion, use California native plants for at least 50% of coverage, and complete during September through February. Complete within 9 months of the approval date.

   • Written approval from EBMUD
   • Before-and-after photographs of the project area
   • Plant and material receipts
   • Compost receipts if pursuing the Super Rebate
3. 3

   Submit completion documentation and receive your rebate

   After completing the project, submit the post-completion photos, measured square footage, and receipts to EBMUD. EBMUD will verify the project meets the requirements (standard or Super Rebate) and process the rebate payment — $1/sq ft standard or $2/sq ft Super Rebate, up to $2,000.