How to Get the Grass Replacement Rebate

What you get

West Basin pays $3 per square foot of living grass removed, up to $30,000, plus $100 per tree (max 5) and free landscape design services. Minimum 250 sq ft of living green grass. Residents in qualified priority neighborhoods may get $5 to $6 per square foot under Grass Replacement Plus (up to $25,000). Reserve before starting work (West Basin Municipal Water District Grass Replacement, last verified June 2026).

• Residential: $3/sq ft (up to $30,000); $5-$6/sq ft in priority neighborhoods (up to $25,000)

Are you eligible?

• Be a West Basin Municipal Water District customer
• West Basin service-area resident
• Minimum 250 sq ft of living green grass
• Replace with water-efficient landscaping
• Pre-approval and reservation before starting work

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 West Basin Municipal 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.