How to Get the Turf Replacement Rebate

What you get

Combines LADWP ($3/sq ft) and Metropolitan Water District ($2/sq ft) rebates for removing turf and replacing with California-friendly or native plants. Additional $100/tree rebate (up to 5 trees). Maximum 5,000 sq ft residential.

• Residential: Up to $25,000 ($5/sq ft)
• Commercial: Up to $9/sq ft

Are you eligible?

• Be a LADWP + Metropolitan Water District customer
• Property located in: Los Angeles
• Must be an LADWP water customer
• Pre-approval required before turf removal
• At least 3 California Friendly/native plants per 100 sq ft
• Stormwater retention features required
• Synthetic turf not eligible

What applying usually looks like

A general guide. Always confirm the exact steps on the official program page, since each provider runs its process a little differently.

1. 1

   Apply and get written approval first

   Submit your application to LADWP + Metropolitan Water District and wait for written approval before you remove any turf or start work. Starting early is the most common reason a rebate is denied.

2. 2

   Do the conversion

   Replace your lawn with the qualifying landscaping, following the eligibility requirements above.

3. 3

   Submit your claim

   After the work is done, submit your claim on the official program page. Confirm the exact forms, receipts, and any photos they require there, since those vary by program.