Native Plants: Concord vs Walnut Creek
How do native plants rules compare between Concord, CA and Walnut Creek, CA?
Concord and Walnut Creek have similar restriction levels.
Concord, CA
Contra Costa County
Xeriscaping and drought-tolerant landscaping are encouraged in Concord. State law prohibits HOAs from banning low-water landscaping, and MWELO mandates water-efficient designs for new and renovated landscapes over 500 square feet. CCWD offers turf replacement rebates.
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Contra Costa County
Walnut Creek encourages drought-tolerant and xeriscape landscaping. The city follows California's Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) for new projects and EBMUD offers Lawn Conversion rebates. CA Civil Code Section 53087.7 prevents HOAs from prohibiting low-water landscaping during drought.
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