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Glendale, CA Xeriscaping Guide

Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:

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Glendale Water and Power pays $3.00 per square foot to Glendale homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 250 square feet.

USDA Zone10a
Water RestrictionCritical
Annual Savings40,000–60,000 gal
Cost Savings$400–$800/yr

The Glendale turf removal rebate

Turf Replacement Program, run by Glendale Water and Power.

$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 Glendale Water and Power rebate page. Compare turf rebates.

What to plant in Glendale

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 Glendale is the money above: Glendale Water and Power sets what your removed lawn is worth.

What is specific to Glendale is the money: Glendale Water and Power decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Glendale, CA offer a turf removal rebate?

Yes. Glendale Water and Power runs the Turf Replacement Program, paying $3.00 per square foot. You must remove at least 250 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the Glendale Water and Power rebate page.

How much is the Glendale turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?

At Glendale Water and Power'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.

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