Hyde Park residents can receive rebates for eliminating grass with water-efficient alternatives

FILE PHOTO: water-wise landscaping

HYDE PARK – In a bid to promote sustainable practices and conserve water, Hyde Park City has partnered with a statewide Landscape Incentive Program. The program aims to encourage residents to replace their thirsty lawns with water-efficient landscaping and offers financial incentives to those who participate.

FILE PHOTO: Flip the Strip

Under the program, residents can receive a rebate of up to $1.50 per square foot (up to $50,000 per property) for replacing their grass with water-efficient alternatives such as native plants, drought-resistant shrubs, and trees. The program is open to all residents within the city limits of Hyde Park, and applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until funds run out.

The Landscape Incentive Program is a joint initiative between Hyde Park and the Utah Division of Water Resources. Half of Utah’s municipal water is used for landscapes and the program’s tagline is that “grass doesn’t belong everywhere.” It pays Utah residents to reduce water usage while also promoting sustainable practices around the state.

Hyde Park residents who participate in the program must meet certain requirements, such as submitting a landscape plan, completing the project within one year, and maintaining the new landscaping for a minimum of three years. The program also requires participants to have a working irrigation system that meets the city’s water conservation standards.

The Landscape Incentive Program is expected to not only benefit the environment but also provide economic benefits to the community. The Landscape Conversion Incentive Program is funded through the state’s Water Conservation Fund and is part of a larger effort to promote sustainable practices and reduce water usage statewide. The program has already received positive feedback from residents and is expected to have a significant impact on water conservation efforts.

Residents interested in participating in the program may contact the city for more information and to access the application form.

The Division of Water Resources has partnered with Central Utah, Jordan Valley, Washington County and Weber Basin water conservancy districts to increase program awareness and funding. If you live in a different community, you may still have opportunities to participate even if programs vary across the state. Visit Utahwatersavers.com and select your water provider to view program requirements and opportunities for rebates in your area.

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