Residents of Santa Clara City now have an added reason to replace their lawns with water-wise landscaping. Through a new partnership with the Washington County Water Conservancy District (district), the city is offering an additional $1 per square foot—up to 500 square feet—on top of the district’s existing $2 per square foot incentive available through the Water Efficient Landscape Program.
The city committed $82,000 for the added incentive. When combined with matching state funds, the $164,000 in supplemental funds will support more than 320 conversion projects in the city. Each new applicant from Santa Clara will be guaranteed the supplemental payment until the funds are exhausted.
“By contributing funding to the grass replacement program, we’re investing in long-term water security,” said Santa Clara City Mayor Rick Rosenberg. “This commitment of city resources reflects our determination to save water today and ensure a reliable supply for generations to come.”
“Santa Clara’s leadership sets an example worth following,” said Doug Bennett, district conservation manager. “This kind of support from the region’s cities is what’s driving the success of the program.”
Since 2023, the district’s program has helped the region’s property owners replace nearly 3 million square feet of grass making it one of the nation’s top performing programs on a per capita basis.
About Washington County Water Conservancy District : The Washington County Water Conservancy District is a not-for-profit public agency that oversees water resources in Washington County, UT. Visit wcwcd.gov for more information.
