Artificial turf is allowed at Hayward single-family homes. California AB 1572 and Civil Code 4735 protect turf choices in HOAs.
Hayward does not ban synthetic turf at single-family homes and permits it as a MWELO-compliant alternative to natural grass in front and back yards. Installations must be permeable to allow stormwater infiltration, meet minimum product standards for infill and UV stability, and not create drainage problems that affect neighbors. Some Hayward HOAs historically banned artificial turf, but California Civil Code 4735 prohibits HOAs from restricting low-water landscaping or requiring that only living plants be used in a homeowner's yard. AB 1572, effective 2027 for non-residential properties, bans irrigation of non-functional turf at commercial, industrial, and HOA common areas, making artificial turf and drought-tolerant plantings increasingly common replacements. Building permits are not required for flat yard turf replacement but hardscape changes over 500 sq ft may trigger MWELO review.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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