Chandler promotes native and drought-tolerant plants through xeriscape rebate programs. Plants must be from the Phoenix AMA Low-Water-Use list to qualify for city rebates, with 50% canopy coverage at maturity.
Chandler actively encourages low-water-use landscaping through financial incentives and education. The city's xeriscape program requires that conversion plants be listed on the Phoenix AMA Low-Water-Use/Drought-Tolerant Plant List. Converted landscapes must provide minimum 50% plant canopy coverage at typical mature size. New development landscaping must incorporate drought-tolerant species per the Unified Development Manual. Chandler provides xeriscape design resources and lists of approved plants for the Sonoran Desert climate. The city does not mandate native plants for existing homeowners but provides strong incentives.
No penalties for non-native plants on private property. New developments that fail to meet landscaping requirements will not receive plan approval from Development Services.
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