Phoenix
$2 / sq ftUp to program limit
Residential Grass Removal Program pays $2 per square foot of live grass removed and replaced with desert-adapted landscaping. Must be a Phoenix water customer and homeowner.
View phoenix.gov →
Arizona Turf Incentives
Get paid to ditch your grass.
Arizona cities now offer some of the most generous grass removal rebates in the country — up to $3,000+ back when you replace live turf with low-water-use landscaping or artificial turf. Here's every active program across the Valley, with direct links to apply.
Important: Most Arizona rebate programs require pre-approval before any work begins. Tear out grass first and you'll lose the rebate. We handle the paperwork, photos, and inspections for our customers — just ask when we quote your project.
By City
Active rebate programs across the Valley.
Mesa
Tiered rebateUp to $2,100
Residential grass-to-xeriscape conversion rebate for Mesa water customers. HOA and large-landscape programs also available through Mesa Water Conservation.
View mesaaz.gov →Chandler
$1.50 / sq ftUp to $2,000
Single-Family Grass Removal Rebate (effective Jan 1, 2026) for removing non-synthetic grass and replacing it with city-approved low-water-use landscaping. Separate program available for large landscapes / HOAs.
View chandleraz.gov →Gilbert
Grass removal rebateUp to $3,000
Gilbert's residential grass removal rebate is one of the most generous in the Valley. Pre-inspection required before any work begins.
View gilbertaz.gov →Glendale
Water conservation rebatesVaries by program
Glendale offers water-efficiency rebates for landscape conversion, smart irrigation controllers, and pool covers for customers in the Glendale water service area.
View glendaleaz.gov →Scottsdale
Grass removal & irrigationVaries — pre-approval required
Scottsdale's residential grass removal rebate cycles open seasonally. All rebates require a consultation and Notice to Proceed before work starts. Commercial program relaunches each spring/summer.
View scottsdaleaz.gov →Tempe
Landscape conversion rebateVaries by program
Tempe Water Conservation offers landscape conversion and smart irrigation rebates for residential water customers.
View tempe.gov →Peoria
Smart irrigation & conservationVaries by program
Peoria offers conservation rebates including smart irrigation controller programs for water-utility customers.
View peoriaaz.gov →More Resources
Statewide & utility programs.
- AMWUA — Arizona Municipal Water Users Association →Regional overview of grass removal incentives across the Phoenix metro.
- Arizona Department of Water Resources →Statewide water conservation programs and drought response.
- SRP Water Conservation →Salt River Project resources for landscape water savings.
Rebate amounts, eligibility, and program availability are set by each city and change frequently. Always confirm details on the official city page before starting work. Last reviewed June 2026.
Want help claiming your rebate?
We'll walk your yard, measure the qualifying turf area, and quote a low-water replacement that meets your city's program requirements.