Oceanside encourages native and drought-tolerant plants through its water conservation programs and the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance. New developments must comply with WELO plant selection requirements. Oceanside Water Utilities offers conservation resources.
Oceanside encourages native and drought-tolerant plants adapted to the coastal Southern California climate. New development and significant landscape renovations must comply with the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, which encourages low-water-use plant selections appropriate for the local climate. Oceanside Water Utilities provides conservation resources and may offer rebate programs for turf removal and conversion to drought-tolerant landscapes. The city's coastal environment supports many California native species adapted to the Mediterranean climate. San Diego County water conservation programs may also provide resources and incentives. Existing landscapes are encouraged but not required to convert to native plants.
New development projects that fail to comply with WELO requirements may have building permits withheld.
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