Palmdale, CA Xeriscaping Guide
Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:
Palmdale Water District pays $1.50 per square foot, up to $2,250, with $0.50 more per square foot if the work is finished within 45 days to Palmdale homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 250 square feet.
The Palmdale turf removal rebate
Water-Wise Landscape Conversion, run by Palmdale Water District.
$1.50 per square foot, up to $2,250, with $0.50 more per square foot if the work is finished within 45 days
- 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 Palmdale Water District rebate page. Compare turf rebates.
What to plant in Palmdale
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 Palmdale is the money above: Palmdale Water District sets what your removed lawn is worth.
What is specific to Palmdale is the money: Palmdale Water District decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Palmdale, CA offer a turf removal rebate?
Yes. Palmdale Water District runs the Water-Wise Landscape Conversion, paying $1.50 per square foot, up to $2,250, with $0.50 more per square foot if the work is finished within 45 days. You must remove at least 250 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the Palmdale Water District rebate page.
How much is the Palmdale turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?
At Palmdale Water District's rate of $1.50 per square foot, removing a 600 square foot lawn returns $900. A 1,000 square foot lawn returns $1,500.