Ventura Water lawn rebates
Eligible Ventura Water residential water customers (check the water provider on your bill) can apply to Ventura Water's own Turf Replacement Incentive Program. It is separate from SoCal Water$mart and does not cover other Ventura County water providers. Its official pages list different amounts, so confirm the current amount before starting. Amounts and funding can change.
Turf Replacement Incentive ProgramApply onlineApply before you start
Apply online, then wait for a Notice to Proceed before starting work. Residential projects generally need at least 200 square feet of turf. You submit before photos, a site plan of the new landscape, and a list of low-water plants. The FAQ says a sketch to approximate scale is acceptable, and receipts are needed for payment.
Program FAQs (PDF)Terms and Conditions (PDF)Plan your new landscape
Plan for at least 50% low-water plant coverage at maturity. No synthetic turf, and no spray irrigation in converted areas; each irrigation zone uses one type. The FAQ says designers and contractors must hold a valid City of Ventura business license.
Free resources
Ventura Water's Site Plan and Plant List Guidelines include an example plan and plant list. Ventura County Gardening offers free plant and Lawn to Garden help. Ventura Water also lists free drip retrofits and smart controllers.
Site Plan and Plant List Guidelines (PDF)Ventura County GardeningVentura Water rebates and free programsYour optional Designscape plan
Want a custom design-only plan for your application? Designscape can lay out planting and required features for your yard. Our design-only plan costs $2,500, paid in four 25% installments of $625. An irrigation plan is optional for $250. Installation is not included. Hiring Designscape is optional.
Questions? Call Claire at (858) 258-9595 or email support@designscape.com.