Henderson, NV Xeriscaping Guide
Published: June 6, 2026 · Updated:
Southern Nevada Water Authority and City of Henderson Utility Services pays $5.00 per square foot for the first 10,000 square feet, then $2.50, plus a flat $575 Henderson supplement to Henderson homeowners who replace thirsty lawn, on at least 400 square feet.
The Henderson turf removal rebate
Water Smart Landscapes, with the City of Henderson supplemental rebate, run by Southern Nevada Water Authority and City of Henderson Utility Services.
$5.00 per square foot for the first 10,000 square feet, then $2.50, plus a flat $575 Henderson supplement
- Apply for the SNWA rebate first: the Henderson supplement is only available to residents who have done so
- At least 400 square feet converted
- A pre-conversion site visit before removal
Apply and get approval before you remove any grass. This program does not pay retroactively.
Henderson adds $50 per tree on top of SNWA's $100 per tree, alongside the flat $575.
Verified 2026-07-28 against the Southern Nevada Water Authority and City of Henderson Utility Services rebate page. Compare turf rebates.
What to plant in Henderson
The planting palette for zone 9a is shared across Nevada and is set out once, with the genera native to the state, on the Nevada xeriscaping guide. What is specific to Henderson is the money above: Southern Nevada Water Authority and City of Henderson Utility Services sets what your removed lawn is worth.
What is specific to Henderson is the money: Southern Nevada Water Authority and City of Henderson Utility Services decides what your removed lawn is worth, and those terms are above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Henderson, NV offer a turf removal rebate?
Yes. Southern Nevada Water Authority and City of Henderson Utility Services runs the Water Smart Landscapes, with the City of Henderson supplemental rebate, paying $5.00 per square foot for the first 10,000 square feet, then $2.50, plus a flat $575 Henderson supplement. You must remove at least 400 square feet to qualify. Full conditions are on the Southern Nevada Water Authority and City of Henderson Utility Services rebate page.
How much is the Henderson turf rebate actually worth on a typical lawn?
At Southern Nevada Water Authority and City of Henderson Utility Services'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.