Colorado xeriscape rebates & lawn replacement
Colorado Xeriscape Rebates: 2026 Updates & Planning for 2027
Start with the rebate. Finish with a yard you love.
Replace underused lawn with colorful planting beds, well-placed boulders, clean edges and outdoor spaces that fit your home. FRSR Landscape & Outdoor Living brings the plan, irrigation and construction together.
Explore the Front Range programs below, then let us help turn your ideas into a clear project scope and estimate.
Program information reviewed October 29, 2026
A rebate can help. A complete plan makes the difference.
A successful lawn conversion considers the plants, irrigation, drainage and finished appearance together. Your yard should be an improvement you enjoy long after any incentive is paid.
More curb appeal
Layer shrubs, flowering perennials and ornamental grasses with boulders, mulch and rock. Create a front yard with shape, seasonal interest and room for plants to mature.
Less lawn to maintain
Rethink the grass you only walk on to mow. Replace awkward strips and unused lawn areas with a landscape that better fits the property and your routine.
More useful outdoor space
Coordinate planting areas with patios, walks and gathering spaces. We can plan the larger project while keeping rebate-eligible work clearly identified.
Planning for an incentive? Talk before removing grass. Confirm your water provider, program requirements and any required pre-approval first. Some discounts pay for services delivered by the program's own provider rather than reimbursing work performed by your chosen contractor.
FRSR is an independent landscape contractor. We do not approve applications, reserve funding or guarantee rebates. Your written estimate reflects the project cost before any unapproved incentive.
Find your water provider
Colorado xeriscape rebates & lawn replacement programs
Use the water provider on your bill, rather than your mailing address alone, to identify the right program. Application windows and benefits vary.
Castle Rock
2027 planningThe 2026 Residential ColoradoScape Renovation program is closed. Castle Rock says 2027 details will be available in April and may change. Published 2026 terms included $3.25 per square foot for eligible ColoradoScape, with a maximum area of 1,500 square feet. Do not treat those terms as confirmed for 2027.
Official Castle Rock program information →Parker Water & Sanitation District
Check provider eligibilityPWSD lists $750 turf-removal discounts through Resource Central, whose 2026 Lawn Replacement applications are now closed. PWSD also lists separate irrigation-efficiency rebates. Ask which benefits apply to your account and whether the work must be performed by a program provider.
Official PWSD program information →Aurora
Next application window: November 1, 2026Aurora lists its fall GRIP application window as November 1, 2026–January 1, 2027, with project completion by July 31, 2027. Published residential rates are $3 per square foot for traditional water-wise landscapes and $0.50 per square foot for qualifying water-wise grass. City approval is required before installation.
Official Aurora program information →Erie
Plan ahead for 2027Erie says its turf-replacement program will start back up in early 2027. Its current planning guidance describes benefits up to $2,000, subject to approval and final program terms. Artificial turf is not eligible. Plan the plant coverage, irrigation and layout before work begins; work completed in 2026 cannot receive a 2027 rebate.
Official Erie program information →Thornton
Review direct city program rulesThornton publishes a water-wise landscape rebate of up to $2 per square foot, plus separate artificial turf rules. Its 2026 rules list an October 31 project-completion deadline. Confirm timing directly; a new project should not be rushed to meet that deadline. Resource Central benefits are a separate program.
Official Thornton program information →Denver Water
2026 discounts allocatedDenver Water says its 2026 turfgrass-removal discounts have all been allocated. This is an upfront program discount, not reimbursement for any contractor invoice. Sign up for provider updates; future program timing and availability are not guaranteed.
Official Denver Water program information →Firestone
Review local and regional programsStart with the town’s Lawn Replacement Program page and confirm which services and benefits apply. Resource Central has closed its 2026 Lawn Replacement applications and offers a 2027 interest list. Plan the planting, irrigation and finishing work along with any removal service.
Official Firestone program information →Broomfield
Plan the landscape and check next enrollmentReview Broomfield’s program information alongside Resource Central’s current application status. Resource Central’s 2026 Lawn Replacement applications are closed. Ask about future enrollment, eligible benefits and required approvals before beginning a project intended for an incentive.
Official Broomfield program information →Superior
Check town resources and program timingReview Superior’s sustainable-water resources and Resource Central’s Lawn Replacement page. Resource Central is no longer accepting 2026 applications. Future benefits depend on participation, eligibility and funding; confirm those details before counting an incentive toward the project.
Official Superior program information →Westminster
Review conservation resourcesUse Westminster’s conservation page to explore local resources, then check the administrator’s enrollment requirements. Resource Central’s 2026 Lawn Replacement applications are closed and its 2027 interest list is available. A consultation can help define your project while you research the next program cycle.
Official Westminster program information →Ready to plan while you research? Send us your city, water provider, photos and the areas you want to change. We can discuss a landscape plan and estimate while you confirm the program's requirements.
Why choose FRSR?
One Contractor, One Design, Done Right.
Removing grass is only one part of the job. The new landscape needs appropriate grading, irrigation that matches the plants, thoughtful material placement and careful finishing.
FRSR brings irrigation, landscape construction and outdoor living experience to the same project, helping the different pieces work together.
- A written project scope: understand what is included in your estimate.
- Preparation beneath the surface: account for access, grading, drainage and irrigation changes.
- A coordinated finish: planting beds, boulders, edging, mulch and rock planned as one landscape.
- HOA support: project plans and material information to support your submission when needed.
See the possibilities
Water-wise can still feel lush, layered and finished.
Color, texture and structure come from the whole design. Explore real FRSR projects to see how planting, materials and outdoor living features can work together.
From research to a finished yard
A clear path for your landscape project
Walk the yard
Review your goals, existing lawn, trees, sun exposure, irrigation, drainage and access. Decide what to keep and what needs to change.
Plan & approve
Define the materials and project scope. Coordinate HOA review and any required program approval before demolition or installation begins.
Build & finish
Complete the agreed preparation, irrigation and landscape installation. Keep the invoices and project photos required for your own program submission.
Planting that fits the property
We consider mature size, sun exposure, seasonal interest and irrigation needs. New plants require establishment watering and ongoing care, even in a low-water landscape.
Browse our ColoradoScape plant guide →More than a lawn conversion
We can coordinate landscape work with patios, walks, walls and other outdoor features. Artificial turf can also be discussed as a separate design option; do not assume it or other additions qualify for an incentive.
Explore landscape construction →Questions homeowners ask
Colorado xeriscape rebate FAQ
Do I need approval before removing the lawn?
Many programs require approval before work begins. Resource Central’s DIY option specifically excludes projects where removal has already started. Confirm your own program’s sequence, required photos and contractor rules before demolition.
Are all incentives cash rebates?
No. Some are reimbursements after approved work, while others are discounts on specified services or plant kits. A discount for removal by a program provider should not be assumed to reduce an FRSR invoice.
Can artificial turf or a rock-only yard qualify?
Do not assume either qualifies. Programs set different planting and material requirements. Resource Central currently requires at least 50% waterwise plants in the replacement area. Erie and Castle Rock exclude artificial turf. Discuss the proposed materials with your program administrator.
Can FRSR work from a city-approved plan?
We can review your approved plan and discuss installation, site conditions and the project scope. Share the plan, plant list and approval requirements so the estimate accounts for the work proposed.
Can you help with the HOA?
Yes. We can provide project plans and material information to support a submission when needed. HOA approval and rebate approval are separate processes, each determined by its own administrator.
How much will a ColoradoScape conversion cost?
Cost depends on the area, access, removal, grading, irrigation changes, plant quantities and selected materials. Contact us with photos and your project priorities for a site-specific estimate.
Should I wait for a rebate to start planning?
You can discuss the design and estimate now. If an incentive is necessary for you to proceed, wait for the required approval before construction. Future funding, rates and eligibility are not guaranteed.
Does xeriscape mean no plants and no maintenance?
No. A well-planned ColoradoScape combines living plants with appropriate mulch, rock and other materials. Plants need establishment watering, seasonal care and irrigation adjustments. Water savings depend on your existing lawn, final design and watering practices.
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