Thornton, CO Xeriscaping Guide
Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:
City of Thornton Water pays Up to $2.00 per square foot, based on total project cost to Thornton homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 200 square feet.
The Thornton turf removal rebate
Water-Wise Landscape Rebate, run by City of Thornton Water.
Up to $2.00 per square foot, based on total project cost
- Owner-occupied single-family homes only, and wastewater-only customers do not qualify
- The area must be established high-water-use lawn in good health, between 200 and 1,000 square feet
- Design and irrigation plan approved in advance, with the work finished by 31 October
Apply and get approval before you remove any grass. This program does not pay retroactively.
The 1,000 square foot limit is a lifetime cap per account holder, not an annual one.
Verified 2026-07-28 against the City of Thornton Water rebate page. Compare turf rebates.
What to plant in Thornton
The planting palette for zone 6a is shared across Colorado and is set out once, with the genera native to the state, on the Colorado xeriscaping guide. What is specific to Thornton is the money above: City of Thornton Water sets what your removed lawn is worth.
What is specific to Thornton is the money: City of Thornton Water decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Thornton, CO offer a turf removal rebate?
Yes. City of Thornton Water runs the Water-Wise Landscape Rebate, paying Up to $2.00 per square foot, based on total project cost. You must remove at least 200 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the City of Thornton Water rebate page.
How much is the Thornton turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?
At City of Thornton Water'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.