Florida Native Landscaping Rebates
Florida water management districts and utilities offer rebates for irrigation improvements, Florida-Friendly landscaping, and stormwater management. Here's every program we've found with requirements and application links.
Last updated: February 2026 · 6 programs tracked
Key Takeaways
- Florida rebate programs focus on irrigation efficiency and Florida-Friendly landscaping rather than direct turf replacement.
- The Southwest Florida Water Management District WISE program offers up to $20,000 in cost-share rebates.
- Sarasota County's RainCheck program provides up to $5,000 for rain gardens and stormwater management.
- Miami-Dade offers up to $2,500 over 5 years for irrigation retrofits following free evaluations.
- Florida-Friendly Landscaping certification through UF/IFAS provides HOA documentation and community recognition.
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Programs Tracked
$20,000
Max (WISE Program)
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Regions Covered
Feb 2026
Last Verified
Central Florida
2 programs available
Florida-Friendly Landscaping Rebate
Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)
Rebates up to $200 (up to 100% of costs) for installing microirrigation systems and Florida-Friendly plants in existing homes. Must include Florida-Friendly plants and permanent irrigation improvements reducing high-volume irrigation to no more than 50%.
OUC focuses on combined plant + irrigation improvements. Smaller rebate amount but covers 100% of eligible costs.
Water Conservation Rebate Program
St. Johns River Water Management District
Up to 50% cost-share reimbursement with a $10,000 annual cap per applicant. Eligible projects include smart irrigation controllers, irrigation conversions, landscape soil amendments, and irrigation evaluations.
Covers a large part of Central and Northeast Florida. $50,000 in total program funding — apply early.
Gulf Coast
3 programs available
WISE Program (Water Incentives Supporting Efficiency)
Southwest Florida Water Management District
Up to 50% reimbursement or a maximum of $20,000 for qualifying conservation projects including WaterSense controllers, soil moisture sensors, micro-irrigation conversion, and high-efficiency irrigation heads.
Covers Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and surrounding counties. One of the larger water management district programs in Florida.
RainCheck Rebate Program
Sarasota County
Rebates for rain gardens ($500), downspout planter boxes ($1,000), impervious surface replacement, and custom best practices site plans (up to $5,000). Up to two projects per property.
Launched January 2025 in response to hurricane season flooding. Focuses on stormwater management and water quality.
Tampa Bay Water Wise Rebates
Tampa Bay Water Wise
Multiple rebates including smart irrigation controllers (up to $250), sprinkler system upgrades (from $50), and shallow wells (up to $1,000). Florida Water Star certified homes receive $1,000 per single-family home.
Covers Tampa, St. Petersburg, and surrounding Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties.
South Florida
1 program available
Landscape Irrigation Evaluation & Rebate
Miami-Dade County Water & Sewer
Free landscape irrigation evaluation with rebates up to $500 per year for recommended retrofits. Available over 5 years for a total of $2,500. Property must have an existing in-ground irrigation system.
Focuses on irrigation efficiency rather than turf replacement. Free evaluation is a good first step.
Rebates in Other States
Frequently Asked Questions
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