How to Get the Landscape Conversion Rebate

What you get

Rebate of $2 per square foot for converting approved high-water lawns and pools to low-water landscapes. Funding available through June 30, 2026 or until depleted. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

• Residential: Up to $3,000 ($2/sq ft)
• Commercial: Up to $100,000

Are you eligible?

• Be a Santa Clara Valley Water customer
• Property located in: San Jose, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga
• Must be a Santa Clara Valley Water customer
• Applications accepted in order received
• Must replace with low-water or native landscaping
• Artificial 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 Santa Clara Valley Water 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.