Colorado Native Landscaping Rebates
Colorado cities and water utilities offer a range of turf replacement and xeriscape incentives. From Denver's $10,000 landscape program to Castle Rock's $3.25/sq ft rebate, here are the programs available across the Front Range and beyond.
Last updated: February 2026 · 6 programs tracked
The quick version
- Denver Water offers up to $10,000 for landscape transformation projects.
- Aurora Water pays $3/sq ft through the GRIP program for water-wise landscape conversions.
- Fort Collins offers a native plant bonus ($0.25/sq ft extra) on top of their base $0.75/sq ft.
- Castle Rock is one of the most generous suburban programs at $3.25/sq ft.
- Most Colorado programs require pre-approval and have spring/fall application windows.
How to apply for Colorado rebates
Most water conservation and turf replacement rebates require pre-approval before you start work. Apply first, then wait for confirmation. Starting before approval is the most common reason applications get denied. Take clear before photos of the area you plan to convert. After you complete the work, submit after photos from the same angles. Many programs are first-come, first-served, so apply early in the fiscal year when funds are available.
Each program below has its own requirements and application link. Click through to the provider for current details. Rebate amounts and eligibility can change. If you are planning a native plant conversion, check our step-by-step lawn replacement guide for project planning tips.
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Programs Tracked
$10,000
Max (Denver Water)
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Regions Covered
Feb 2026
Last Verified
Front Range
4 programs available
Landscape Transformation Assistance Program
Denver Water
Funding up to $10,000 for small landscapes (under 7,000 sq ft) covering design, materials, labor, and outreach. Applications due by November 1 for the upcoming calendar year. Projects must be completed by October 15.
Competitive program with limited funding. Denver Water also offers free sprinkler system audits.
Grass Replacement Incentive Program (GRIP)
Aurora Water
$3 per square foot for traditional water-wise landscapes (shrubs, perennials, ornamental grasses with mulch). $0.50/sq ft for water-wise grass using warm-season native or low-water grass. Applications accepted in spring and fall groups.
One-time payment via check. Two application windows per year.
ColoradoScape Renovation Rebate
Town of Castle Rock
$3.25 per square foot for replacing turf with ColoradoScape plants. $1.00/sq ft for hardscape (concrete, decks). Minimum 400 sq ft or entire front yard. Maximum 1,500 sq ft combined per account. Artificial turf does not qualify.
One of the more generous suburban programs in Colorado at $3.25/sq ft.
Turf Replacement Rebate
Town of Erie
Rebate for removing high-water-use lawns and replacing with xeriscaping (low-water landscaping). Up to $2,000 per household while funds last.
Erie also offers additional water efficiency rebates for irrigation equipment and smart controllers.
Northern Colorado
1 program available
Xeriscape Incentive Program (XIP)
Fort Collins Utilities
$0.75 per square foot up to 1,000 sq ft ($750 max) per project. Additional native plant bonus of $0.25/sq ft (up to $1,000 total) when planting 80% or more native Colorado plants with 50% coverage at maturity. First-come, first-served.
Fort Collins also offers free sustainable landscape classes, sprinkler evaluations, and irrigation equipment rebates.
Southern Colorado
1 program available
Native Grass Lawn Program
Colorado Springs Utilities
Free native grass seed (up to $150 value) and free high-efficiency sprinkler nozzles (up to $100 value) for replacing traditional turf with native grasses. Expert advice and educational classes included.
Program fills quickly due to high interest. Colorado Springs also offers a New Home Landscape Incentive ($1/sq ft) for newly constructed homes. Contact lpace@csu.org for details.
Rebates in Other States
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