Native Plants: Long Beach vs Santa Monica
How do native plants rules compare between Long Beach, CA and Santa Monica, CA?
Long Beach has fewer restrictions than Santa Monica.
Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Long Beach encourages native and drought-tolerant plants. The Lawn-to-Garden program pays $3/sq ft (up to 5,000 sq ft) for lawn removal, requiring 65% plant coverage with 10% California native plants. CA law prohibits cities from banning drought-tolerant landscaping.
View full Long Beach rules →Santa Monica, CA
Los Angeles County
Santa Monica encourages drought-tolerant and native plantings. The city's landscaping standards under SMMC Ch. 9.26 promote water-efficient landscapes. CA Gov Code §65595 prohibits cities from banning drought-tolerant landscaping.
View full Santa Monica rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Long Beach | Santa Monica |
|---|---|---|
| L2G Incentive | $3.00/sq ft up to 5,000 sq ft | - |
| Native Minimum | 10% of L2G project area | - |
| Plant Coverage | 65% of converted area | - |
| State Law | CA Gov Code §65595 | CA Gov Code §65595 |
| Encouraged | - | Drought-tolerant and native plants |
| Code | - | SMMC Ch. 9.26 |
| Rebates | - | Landscape rebates available |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Long Beach FAQ
Can my HOA force me to keep a grass lawn?
Many states prohibit HOAs from banning xeriscaping or native plant gardens. Check your state laws and Long Beach ordinances.
Are there rebates for replacing my lawn?
Long Beach or your water utility may offer rebates for lawn replacement with drought-tolerant landscaping. Contact your local water provider.
Santa Monica FAQ
Can my HOA force me to keep a grass lawn?
Many states prohibit HOAs from banning xeriscaping or native plant gardens. Check your state laws and Santa Monica ordinances.
Are there rebates for replacing my lawn?
Santa Monica or your water utility may offer rebates for lawn replacement with drought-tolerant landscaping. Contact your local water provider.
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