Boulder City allows artificial turf and Nevada AB 356 requires removal of non functional grass in commercial and HOA areas by end of 2026.
Artificial turf is permitted in Boulder City as a water saving alternative to natural grass. It must be properly installed with permeable base, secure edging, and drainage to prevent runoff. The Historic District may require design review for visible front yards to ensure compatibility with the 1930s streetscape. Under Nevada Assembly Bill 356 passed in 2021 non functional turf in common areas, street medians, and commercial properties throughout the Las Vegas Valley service area must be removed by December 31, 2026. While Boulder City has its own water system and is not subject to every SNWA rule identically, the state law applies to non functional turf in applicable jurisdictions. Residential front and back yard lawns are exempt from the AB 356 removal mandate but are eligible for rebates.
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Boulder City, NV
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Boulder City, NV
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Boulder City, NV
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