Rebates to open on May 5, 2025 for Residential Water Customers
Rebates have received extraordinary participation in past program years. Scottsdale Water is excited residents and businesses are converting their high-water use landscapes into Arizona-friendly landscapes. Customers are also using rebates to install WaterSense labeled controllers and other water-saving devices.
Homeowners & Grass Removal
- As the weather warms and Bermuda grass comes out of dormancy, it may be an opportune time to prepare for removal. Make your plans, get your quotes and, if chemical treatment is part of your chosen grass removal process, water your grass so it will begin growing. Herbicides work best on actively growing grass. Leave your grass physically in place, even if it has been chemically sprayed, as the city must measure the existing grass prior to removal. Rebates are based on the measured grass to be removed.
- Do not remove your grass until you receive a written Notice to Proceed from the city. Your application must be submitted on or after May 5, 2025, and after application approval, a Notice to Proceed will be issued. If you are working with a contractor, schedule the removal to start after receiving a Notice to Proceed. It typically takes 4 - 6 weeks, depending on the number of applications submitted, for a Notice to Proceed to be issued.
- For a general reference of the upcoming residential grass removal rebate program requirements and timeframes, you can view the . New program requirements are still being reviewed but are anticipated to be similar to last year's application.
Notices:
- All applications will be reviewed and accepted in the order they are received; inspections only occur after application review.
- If you are working with a contractor, be sure to plan your project in advance, as we cannot expedite the approval process to accommodate contractor schedules. It's the applicant's responsibility to plan accordingly.
- If you are purchasing a device such as a WaterSense labeled Controller or Smart Home Water Monitor, purchase it on or after May 5, 2025, to qualify for a rebate.
- If you are completing a rebate project from the previous rebate season, send your name, address and supporting documentation to the Water Conservation Office.
Residential Grass Removal Rebate Closed on Oct. 31, 2025, and other Residential Removal Rebates closed on March 31, 2026
The residential grass removal rebate received extraordinary participation this program year. Scottsdale Water is excited residents are converting grass to an Arizona-friendly landscape. Grass and pool removal and Smart Home Water Monitor rebates will return when the new rebate season launches.
Applied for a rebate before the deadline? All documents uploaded using the secure link in your most recent email correspondence will be reviewed within two business weeks.
Do not begin the removal process before the program reopens and you have received a Notice to Proceed. Per ordinance, all removal rebates require a pre-inspection before removal. Scottsdale Water cannot guarantee rebate requirements, eligibility, or amount for the residential removal rebates until the program relaunches.
How to prepare for qualifying for the next grass removal rebate season
For a general reference of the upcoming residential grass removal rebate program requirements, you can view the previous application and make your plan. New program requirements are still being reviewed but are anticipated to be similar to last year's application.
If you are not doing the landscape conversion work yourself, Conservation recommends receiving more than one bid. Yards must be maintained even if a rebate is planned.
General Overview of the Application Process
Step 1:
Download the application for the program you would like to apply for.
Step 2:
Read all applicable requirements and gather required documentation.
Step 3:
Apply by clicking the "Apply Now" link at the end of the application.
By applying, whether online or by hardcopy, the applicant agrees to abide by all requirements.
Qualifications
To view all requirements, read the appropriate application once available.
- Customer must receive water service from Scottsdale Water.
- Rebated products must be purchased on or after the rebate program launches to qualify for a rebate. Products purchased before the launch are not eligible for a rebate.
- Please ensure you review the eligibility requirements before you purchase and install a WaterSense-labeled controller. To search for WaterSense labeled products, visit LookforWaterSense.EPA.gov.
- Any grass or in-ground pool in the process of being removed or already removed is not eligible for a rebate.
NOTICE: If you are unable to submit a rebate form online, you can download a PDF application and email your rebate application and supporting documentation to the Water Conservation Office.
For questions, email the Water Conservation Office or call 480-312-5650.
Rebate Applications
| Program | Rebate Amount | Deadline | Application Download |
|---|---|---|---|
| WaterSense - Smart Irrigation Controller | Cost, up to $250 | Closed | Closed |
| Pool Removal | Up to $1,500 | Closed | Closed |
| Grass Removal | Up to $5,000 | Closed - See Notice | Closed |
| Smart Home Water Monitor | Cost, up to $100 | Closed | Closed |
Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026
Scottsdale Water Resources
9312 N. 94th St. Scottsdale, AZ 85258Hours
| Monday | 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |