Lancaster, CA Xeriscaping Guide
Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:
Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40 pays $1.00 per square foot to Lancaster homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 250 square feet.
The Lancaster turf removal rebate
Grass Replacement Rebate, run by Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40.
$1.00 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.
District 40 asks for a minimum of 500 square feet.
Verified 2026-07-28 against the Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40 rebate page. Compare turf rebates.
What to plant in Lancaster
The planting palette for zone 7b 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 Lancaster is the money above: Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40 sets what your removed lawn is worth.
What is specific to Lancaster is the money: Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40 decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Lancaster, CA offer a turf removal rebate?
Yes. Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40 runs the Grass Replacement Rebate, paying $1.00 per square foot. You must remove at least 250 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40 rebate page.
How much is the Lancaster turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?
At Los Angeles County Waterworks District 40's rate of $1.00 per square foot, removing a 600 square foot lawn returns $600. A 1,000 square foot lawn returns $1,000.