Los Angeles, CA Xeriscaping Guide
Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power pays $5.00 per square foot to Los Angeles homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 250 square feet.
The Los Angeles turf removal rebate
Turf Replacement Rebate, run by Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.
$5.00 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.
LADWP pays well above the regional base and states a $25,000 cap. Coverage quoting $3.00 per square foot for Los Angeles is out of date.
Verified 2026-07-28 against the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power rebate page. Compare turf rebates.
What to plant in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles is the money above: Los Angeles Department of Water and Power sets what your removed lawn is worth.
What is specific to Los Angeles is the money: Los Angeles Department of Water and Power decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Los Angeles, CA offer a turf removal rebate?
Yes. Los Angeles Department of Water and Power runs the Turf Replacement Rebate, paying $5.00 per square foot. You must remove at least 250 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power rebate page.
How much is the Los Angeles turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?
At Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's rate of $5.00 per square foot, removing a 600 square foot lawn returns $3,000. A 1,000 square foot lawn returns $5,000.