Scottsdale's home grass removal rebate closed on October 31, 2026, and reopens next season, with details in May 2027. The last round paid $2 per square foot of grass removed, up to $5,000. You need a pre-inspection and a Notice to Proceed before you remove any grass.
Replacing a 1,000 sq ft lawn here also saves about 50,000 gallons of water a year, or about $210 off your water bill at Scottsdale's water rates. Use the rebate calculator to see your own number and pick plants that count.
What Scottsdale asks for
- Scottsdale water account holder. Grass must be growing at 50% density or better.
- You must get a pre-inspection and a Notice to Proceed before removing any grass.
- Cover the area with at least 2 inches of gravel or other top dressing. No plastic sheeting, pools or fountains.
- Artificial grass is limited to 1,000 sq ft.
- Two rebates per property. The second must remove all remaining grass.
How to apply in Scottsdale
- When it reopens, apply with dated photos taken within 10 days and your estimated square footage.
- Scottsdale measures the area and does a pre-inspection if needed.
- Over 1,000 sq ft, send your plant list.
- Get your Notice to Proceed by email, then remove the grass.
- Finish by the program deadline and send completion photos and a W-9.
- Scottsdale does a final inspection on site or by photo.
How it is paid: A credit on your Scottsdale water bill within two billing cycles after approval.
Scottsdale rebate program page or call 480-312-5650. Rules change, so check the city page before you start. Figures checked November 6, 2026.
How coverage is counted, artificial grass, HOAs, taxes and every other city are on the grass removal rebates page.
We sell plants. We don't run this program, can't approve an application, and can't promise a rebate. Figures are estimates. Each city decides.