How to Get the Turf Replacement Program
City of Modesto Water Services Division · Central Valley (Stanislaus County), CA
What you get
City of Modesto water customers in good standing get $2 per square foot of turf converted, up to $6,000 per residential account in the July 1 to June 30 program year. Existing grass or traditional sprinklers must be present at the pre-inspection, and projects finish within 60 days of approval (City of Modesto Water Services Turf Replacement Program, last verified June 2026).
- Residential: $2/sq ft (up to $6,000 per residential account per year)
Are you eligible?
- Be a City of Modesto Water Services Division customer
- Property located in: Modesto
- City of Modesto water customer in good standing
- Existing grass or sprinklers at pre-inspection
- Pre-inspection and approval before starting; complete within 60 days
Before you start
Do not remove turf or begin work before you have written approval. This program requires pre-approval. Starting early can disqualify the project even if everything else is correct.
The application checklist
How to apply for the Turf Replacement Program
These are the steps this application actually takes.
- 1
Check eligibility
Make sure you qualify with City of Modesto Water Services Division before you start.
- 2
Get pre-approval if required
Some programs require approval before any work begins. Check with City of Modesto Water Services Division and take before photos of the existing yard first.
- 3
Do the work
Complete the project, take before and after photos, and save every receipt.
- 4
Submit your application
Send City of Modesto Water Services Division the completed application with your photos and receipts, then watch for the confirmation.
Get help applying
Want a hand with the application?
A 30-minute call with Stephen, the founder. He reads the Turf Replacement Program rules with you, tells you what to photograph and file first, and answers anything this page does not cover.
Confirm your project ZIP first. If this program does not serve your address, do not buy; check your city or utility on the rebates page instead.
One-time $29.99. Guidance, not filing: you submit to the program yourself. Not legal or financial advice. Rebate amounts and approval are decided by the program.
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