Costa Mesa, CA Xeriscaping Guide
Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:
Mesa Water District pays Starts at $3.00 per square foot to Costa Mesa homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 250 square feet.
The Costa Mesa turf removal rebate
Turf Removal, run by Mesa Water District.
Starts at $3.00 per square foot
- Most California programs run on the Metropolitan Water District regional base rate, and your retail agency may add to it
- Between 250 and 5,000 square feet per property per year
- Apply and receive approval before removing any turf
Apply and get approval before you remove any grass. This program does not pay retroactively.
Verified 2026-07-28 against the Mesa Water District rebate page. Compare turf rebates.
What to plant in Costa Mesa
The planting palette for zone 10a is shared across California and is set out once, with the genera native to the state, on the California xeriscaping guide. What is specific to Costa Mesa is the money above: Mesa Water District sets what your removed lawn is worth.
What is specific to Costa Mesa is the money: Mesa Water District decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Costa Mesa, CA offer a turf removal rebate?
Yes. Mesa Water District runs the Turf Removal, paying Starts at $3.00 per square foot. You must remove at least 250 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the Mesa Water District rebate page.
How much is the Costa Mesa turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?
At Mesa Water District's rate of $3.00 per square foot, removing a 600 square foot lawn returns $1,800. A 1,000 square foot lawn returns $3,000.