Reedley, CA Landscaping Rules: Artificial Turf (2026)

Reedley has no specific municipal ordinance prohibiting or restricting artificial turf installation on private property. Under the California Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, non-functional turf is banned in nonresidential landscapes for new construction, which has increased interest in artificial turf as an alternative in commercial settings. For residential properties, artificial turf is permitted as a landscaping choice and can help homeowners comply with water conservation restrictions during drought periods. Installations should provide adequate drainage to prevent runoff issues and comply with any applicable grading requirements. Large-scale installations may trigger review under the city's grading and drainage provisions. Artificial turf areas may need to meet setback requirements if adjacent to public rights-of-way. While California Assembly Bill 35 (2024) addressed regulation of artificial turf in some contexts, homeowner association restrictions on artificial turf are preempted by California Civil Code Section 4735, which prevents HOAs from prohibiting low-water-use landscaping. Reedley's property maintenance standards under Section 10-16-4 require all landscaping to be maintained in a neat and orderly condition, which applies equally to artificial turf installations.