Fremont, CA Xeriscaping Guide
Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:
Alameda County Water District pays $2.00 per square foot, up to $3,000 to Fremont homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 250 square feet.
The Fremont turf removal rebate
Water-Efficient Landscape Rebate, run by Alameda County Water District.
$2.00 per square foot, up to $3,000
- 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 Alameda County Water District rebate page. Compare turf rebates.
What to plant in Fremont
The planting palette for zone 9b 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 Fremont is the money above: Alameda County Water District sets what your removed lawn is worth.
What is specific to Fremont is the money: Alameda County Water District decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fremont, CA offer a turf removal rebate?
Yes. Alameda County Water District runs the Water-Efficient Landscape Rebate, paying $2.00 per square foot, up to $3,000. You must remove at least 250 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the Alameda County Water District rebate page.
How much is the Fremont turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?
At Alameda County Water District's rate of $2.00 per square foot, removing a 600 square foot lawn returns $1,200. A 1,000 square foot lawn returns $2,000.