How to Get the Grass-to-Xeriscape Program

What you get

Up to $2,100 for removing established grass and replacing with low-water-use desert plants. Minimum 500 sq ft of healthy grass required. Converted areas must have 50% plant canopy coverage at maturity. Tree bonus adds up to $100.

• Residential: Up to $2,100 (currently doubled to $4,200, limited time)

Are you eligible?

• Be a City of Mesa customer
• Property located in: Mesa
• Must be a City of Mesa water customer
• Pre-approval required before starting work
• Minimum 500 sq ft of healthy grass
• At least 50% plant canopy coverage at maturity

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 City of Mesa 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.