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We can help your bottom line with conservation programs designed for commercial customers. The programs listed below are designed to allow businesses to achieve water savings through device retrofits and water-efficient landscape practices.

CII Rebate Program

The commercial, Industrial, & Institutional Save-A-Buck Rebate Program provides a rebate for the replacement of older, inefficient devices used by businesses. The installation of many of the products not only save water but also wastewater and energy. Customers are contacted for follow-up inspections as a part of ongoing quality control procedures. Rebates are distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Call 1-877-728-2282 for eligibility requirements and to receive a rebate application. Click here for detailed information.

Large Landscape Audits

Landscape audits are available to over watered commercial or public sites in excess of 1 acre. The audit is designed to assess the efficiency of the irrigation system, identify potential leaks, and determine the proper watering schedule for the landscape based on existing plant material.

Audits are available to pre-approved customers. To request approval contact your local water district. To schedule an audit contact (800) 986-4538.

Smart Landscape Grants

Grants for repairs/upgrades

Commercial properties may qualify for grants of up to $2,500 per irrigated acre to replace or upgrade hardware and equipment that will stop leaks, reduce water use, or otherwise improve irrigation efficiency. Grants are limited to $5,000 total for commercial properties.

The grant application and eligible smart controller product list is provided below.

Grant Information and Application

Approved Smart Controller Product List - Grant

For more information contact: 1-800- 986-4538

Smart Controller Vouchers

Our discount voucher can reduce the cost of a 24-station controller by $600. Vouchers can be redeemed by participating contractors or irrigation suppliers. Click here for additional details.  

Your property may be eligible for discounts on weather-based irrigation controllers. These smart controllers can help maximize your landscape investments and reduce expenses.

For an application and more information click here.

For more information contact: 1-800- 986-4538.

Water Savings Performance Program

Metropolitan Water District provides $195 per acre foot of water saved or about $3 per 1,000 gallons saved to sites within San Diego County. Incentive is based on the potential for savings over 5 years. Eligible project costs include labor, hardware and up to 1 year of water management fees.

Click here for more information, or call (213) 217-6616.

Artificial Turf

A 50¢ per square foot incentive is available for synthetic turf. The replacement of irrigated vegetation with synthetic turf may significantly reduce your outdoor watering needs. Higher incentives are available in some areas.

For program information and eligibility requirements, click here or call 1-888-376-3314.