Chandler, AZ Xeriscaping Guide
Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:
City of Chandler Water Conservation pays $1.50 per square foot, up to $2,000 to Chandler homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 500 square feet.
The Chandler turf removal rebate
Single Family Grass Removal (Grass to Xeriscape) Rebate, run by City of Chandler Water Conservation.
$1.50 per square foot, up to $2,000
- At least 500 square feet of grass removed
- Low-water-use plants covering 50 per cent of the converted area at maturity
- Pre-approval before any grass is removed
Apply and get approval before you remove any grass. This program does not pay retroactively.
Chandler reduced this program on 1 January 2026, from $2.00 per square foot and a $3,000 cap. Coverage still quoting the old figures is out of date.
Verified 2026-07-28 against the City of Chandler Water Conservation rebate page. Compare turf rebates.
What to plant in Chandler
The planting palette for zone 9b is shared across Arizona and is set out once, with the genera native to the state, on the Arizona xeriscaping guide. What is specific to Chandler is the money above: City of Chandler Water Conservation sets what your removed lawn is worth.
What is specific to Chandler is the money: City of Chandler Water Conservation decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Chandler, AZ offer a turf removal rebate?
Yes. City of Chandler Water Conservation runs the Single Family Grass Removal (Grass to Xeriscape) Rebate, paying $1.50 per square foot, up to $2,000. You must remove at least 500 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the City of Chandler Water Conservation rebate page.
How much is the Chandler turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?
At City of Chandler Water Conservation's rate of $1.50 per square foot, removing a 600 square foot lawn returns $900. A 1,000 square foot lawn returns $1,500.