Landscaping Rules in Chandler, AZ (2026)

Residential Water Conservation Rebates — Grass to Xeriscape Rebate; Smart Irrigation Controller Rebate

Chandler's residential rebate programs have helped residents reduce water use for more than three decades. Rebates are available for replacing grass lawns with xeriscape (low water use) landscape plants and smart irrigation controllers; and are available to active utility account holders and property owners. The average residential grass conversion saves 75,000 gallons each year and smart contr...

City of Chandler Xeriscape Program — Seven Principles of Xeriscape (Water Conservation Office)

Xeriscape uses seven principles to achieve water efficiency. Planning and Design: Why plan? You can make a mistake on paper and toss it away. When you make a mistake in the landscape, its effect is not so easily tossed. Successful Xeriscapes begin with a good design that considers the function of the landscape and the mature size and water needs of each plant. Low-Water-Use Plants: Many low-wat...

Residential Water Conservation Rebates — Rebate Program Limitations: Artificial Turf

Rebate Program Limitations: Installing pavers, hardscaping, or a pool: Areas including hardscaping, such as pavers, will not be rebated. Fountains, pools, or other water-intensive features are not permitted in the conversion area. Non-pervious materials, such as black plastic sheeting, are not permitted. Artificial Turf: Artificial turf is not eligible in the rebate. While artificial turf may p...