Washington Native Landscaping Rebates
Washington state's rebate programs focus on stormwater management and water efficiency. Spokane offers direct turf replacement through SpokaneScape, while Seattle provides rain garden rebates through RainWise. Here are the programs available.
Last updated: February 2026 · 2 programs tracked
The quick version
- Spokane offers $0.50/sq ft (up to $500) through the SpokaneScape turf replacement program.
- Seattle's RainWise program covers 70-100% of rain garden and cistern costs in eligible drainage areas.
- The Saving Water Partnership covers 19 water utilities in King and Snohomish counties.
- SpokaneScape pays rebates as utility bill credits, not cash. Two years to complete your project.
- Neither Seattle nor Tacoma currently offers a dedicated turf replacement rebate.
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Programs Tracked
$500
Max (SpokaneScape)
2
Regions Covered
Feb 2026
Last Verified
Eastern Washington
1 program available
SpokaneScape Turf Replacement
City of Spokane Water Department
$0.50 per square foot, up to $500 in utility bill credits for replacing water-intensive grass with native, water-wise plants and mulch. Designed for the high desert climate. Two years to complete the project.
Rebate paid as utility bill credit, not cash. Program includes free DIY videos, design templates, and access to professional landscape design assistance through the Designer at Your Door service.
Puget Sound
1 program available
Saving Water Partnership Rebates
Seattle Public Utilities + 18 partner utilities
Sprinkler timer replacement rebate (up to $100) for WaterSense timers, available April through October. RainWise program: 70-100% rebates for rain gardens and cisterns in eligible drainage areas. Toilet replacement rebates also available.
Seattle does not currently offer a dedicated turf replacement rebate. The Saving Water Partnership covers 19 water utilities in King and Snohomish counties. RainWise rain garden rebates support native plantings for stormwater management.
Rebates in Other States
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