Native Plants: Boulder City vs Paradise
How do native plants rules compare between Boulder City, NV and Paradise, NV?
Boulder City and Paradise have similar restriction levels.
Boulder City, NV
Clark County
Boulder City encourages xeriscape and native Mojave Desert plants through the SNWA Water Smart Landscapes program, with rebates for converting turf.
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Clark County
Clark County encourages Mojave native and desert-adapted landscaping through SNWA Water Smart Landscapes rebates. No county rule bans native plants, and front-yard xeriscape is allowed under Title 30.
View full Paradise rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Boulder City | Paradise |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Native Policy | - | Encouraged, not restricted |
| SNWA Rebate | - | Up to 3 dollars per sq ft |
| Turf Ban | - | AB 356 by end of 2026 |
| HOA Preemption | - | NRS 116.330 |
| Common Plants | - | Mesquite, palo verde, yucca |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Boulder City FAQ
Paradise FAQ
Can my HOA force me to keep green grass in my front yard?
No. NRS 116.330 preempts HOA rules that prohibit drought-tolerant landscaping. The HOA may require reasonable design standards but cannot force live turf.
Does the SNWA rebate cover new construction?
Generally no. The Water Smart Landscapes rebate is intended for conversions of existing turf to desert landscape. New construction is governed by Title 30 plant list rules.
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