City of Hayward Lawn Conversion Rebate Program (FY 2027)

City of Hayward, Department of Public Works and Utilities

OpenRebate Water-efficiency rebate that supports defensible space

Program rules decide eligibility. Check details with the program before starting work.

Award: Up to $1,000
Status: Open
Who it's for: Water-efficiency rebate that supports defensible space. Rebate for City of Hayward water customers who convert at least 300 square feet (or the entire lawn, if smaller) of lawn irrigated with potable water to water-efficient plantings covering at least 50% of the area. Maximum $1,000 for single-family homes. Work cannot start before a pre-conversion inspection and Notice to Proceed. Funding is limited and first-come, first-served; the program runs until June 30, 2027 or until funds last.
Where: City of Hayward water customers with an account in good standing.
Measures: Defensible space

How to Apply

Submit the application with a to-scale planting plan and plant list (email Lawn.Conversion@hayward-ca.gov, in person or by mail).
City pre-conversion site inspection and Notice to Proceed.
Complete the project within six months of the Notice to Proceed.
Request the post-conversion inspection.
City mails the rebate check.

Tick items as you go. Nothing here is saved.

Application; planting plan and plant list; owner consent if the applicant is not the owner; signed eligibility checklist; IRS W-9 before final inspection.

Source · Checked October 21, 2026