ABCWUA offers cash rebates per square foot for replacing high-water turf grass with xeriscape, native plants, or permeable hardscape, supporting Albuquerque's drought response and Climate Resiliency Action Plan water-conservation goals.
The Water Authority rebates customers for converting irrigated turf to low-water landscapes meeting plant-density and mulch standards. Pre-approval is required, and inspectors verify completion before payout. Approved plant lists emphasize Chihuahuan and high-desert natives compatible with Sandia foothills conditions. Fake or artificial turf is not eligible for the standard rebate. The program is funded by water rates and is a centerpiece of long-term aquifer protection. The IDO also limits new turf in commercial landscape plans, dovetailing with the rebate.
No civil violations. Rebates can be denied or clawed back if homeowners reinstall turf or install non-compliant plant palettes within program look-back periods.
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Albuquerque strongly encourages xeriscape and native plant landscaping through Water Authority rebates and IDO landscape standards requiring low-water plants...
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