How to Get the Water Rebate Program (Turf Conversion)

What you get

Pays $0.50 per square foot for replacing at least 200 square feet of healthy turf with native or drought-tolerant plants, up to $600. Pre-approval required. Companion rebates cover compost/mulch (50%, up to $600), aeration (50%, up to $100), and soil testing (up to $50). Distinct from the LCRA WaterSmart program (West Travis County Public Utility Agency; last verified June 2026).

• Residential: $0.50/sq ft, up to $600 (min 200 sq ft)

Are you eligible?

• Be a West Travis County Public Utility Agency customer
• Property located in: Bee Cave, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Spicewood
• WTCPUA customer
• Replace at least 200 sq ft of healthy turf with native or drought-tolerant plants
• Pre-approval required

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 Travis County Public Utility Agency 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.