New Mexico Rebates
New Mexico Native Landscaping Rebates
Albuquerque's ABCWUA xeriscape rebate ($3/sq ft) is the strongest residential turf conversion program in New Mexico. Santa Fe and Las Cruces offer irrigation efficiency rebates. For the rest of the state, NMSU Extension provides planting guidance by ecoregion.
Last updated: May 2026 · 4 programs tracked
The quick version
- Albuquerque ABCWUA: $3/sq ft for converting turf to xeriscape with drip irrigation. Over 600 approved plant species.
- Pre-approval and an initial inspection are required. Allow 3+ weeks for scheduling. Six months to complete.
- Santa Fe: waterwise rebates for rain barrels, cisterns, soil sensors, and smart controllers — not a turf rebate.
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From turf to a native front yard.
An illustrative Patch Vision rendering of a turf-to-native front yard. In the app, every plan is generated from a photo of your own yard, for your sun, soil, and HOA strictness.
How to apply for New Mexico rebates
- 1.Apply for pre-approval before you start. Starting work first is the most common reason applications get denied.
- 2.Take before photos of the area you plan to convert, then matching after photos from the same angles once the work is done.
- 3.Apply early in the fiscal year. Many programs are first-come, first-served. Each program below links to the provider for current rules. See our step-by-step lawn replacement guide.
Central New Mexico
1 program available
Xeriscape Rebate
Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority (ABCWUA)
$3 per square foot for converting turf to desert-friendly xeriscape landscaping. Must install drip irrigation system. Over 600 approved low-to-medium-water plant species available. Six months to complete the project after approval.
Rebates limited to available funds and subject to change. Visit 505Outside.com for the Xeriscaping Guide and approved plant list. Contact xeriscape inspector at cwchristensen@abcwua.org.
Southern New Mexico
1 program available
Las Cruces Utilities Water Conservation and Xeriscape Resources
Las Cruces Utilities
Las Cruces Utilities provides water conservation resources and may offer incentives for xeriscape conversions. Contact them directly for current rebate and cost-share availability for native and low-water landscapes.
No confirmed cash rebate as of May 2026. Albuquerque ABCWUA has the most robust xeriscape rebate in New Mexico.
Northern New Mexico
1 program available
Waterwise Landscape Rebates
City of Santa Fe Water Division
Rebates for water conservation equipment including rain barrels, cisterns, rain sensors, soil moisture sensors, and ET controllers. Rebates applied to utility bills. Must submit application within 6 months of purchase with receipts.
Santa Fe focuses on irrigation efficiency and rainwater harvesting rather than direct turf conversion rebates. Visit savewatersantafe.com for current program details.
New Mexico Statewide
1 program available
New Mexico Native Landscaping and Water Conservation Resources
New Mexico State University Extension / NM Environment Department
NMSU Extension provides native and xeriscape plant recommendations by region. Albuquerque (ABCWUA) and Santa Fe (savewatersantafe.com) have the strongest utility rebate programs in the state.
For xeriscape rebates, check your water utility directly. Albuquerque offers $3/sq ft, the strongest program in NM.
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