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Denver, Colorado Water Rebates

Denver Water runs the Smart Lawn Program in partnership with Resource Central, providing a $750 subsidy for residential customers who convert a minimum of 200 square feet of lawn to water-wise, low-maintenance landscaping. Resource Central handles the contractor match and plant installation; Denver Water customers apply through the Resource Central waitlist. Slots are limited - the 2026 waitlist filled early in the year. The program recurs annually, so joining the list early gives you first access for the following season.

How to apply

  1. Join the Resource Central Smart Lawn waitlist at resourcecentral.org. Go to resourcecentral.org and navigate to the Landscapes or Smart Lawn Program section. Add your name and address to the waitlist. If the current season is full, you will be contacted at the start of the next enrollment window.
  2. Confirm enrollment and schedule a site assessment. Once a slot is available, Resource Central will contact you to confirm enrollment and schedule a site visit. During the assessment, a Resource Central representative will measure the conversion area and recommend appropriate plant selections for your site.
  3. Complete the conversion and receive the $750 subsidy. Resource Central coordinates the installation through their contractor network. The $750 Denver Water subsidy is applied to your project cost at the time of installation. Retain your project documentation for any follow-up from Denver Water.

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Denver Water Rebate FAQs

Why are Denver Water 2026 slots already full?
The Smart Lawn Program funds a limited number of conversions each season through the Resource Central partnership. Demand consistently exceeds available slots, and the 2026 waitlist filled early in the year. Joining the waitlist now puts you in position for the next available season.
Do I need to hire my own contractor?
No. The Resource Central partnership includes a contractor match. Resource Central coordinates the installation through their approved contractor network, which simplifies the process compared to managing a separate hire.
Does Denver Water offer any other water conservation rebates?
Denver Water also offers rebates on high-efficiency irrigation controllers and other water-saving devices. Visit denverwater.org/conservation to see the current list of available rebates beyond the lawn conversion program.

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