Ban on Decorative Turf for Business, Commercial Sectors

It’s an all-too-common sight in Southern California – grass that serves no community or recreational purpose – also known as non-functional turf.

Metropolitan took a step forward to eliminate grass that is purely decorative by adopting a resolution that strongly recommends that cities and local water agencies across Southern California pass ordinances that prohibit the watering and installation of nonfunctional turf, largely in business and commercial sectors, as well as HOAs.

The action is part of Metropolitan’s work to support more sustainable, water-efficient landscapes throughout the region. For more than a decade, Metropolitan has incentivized residents and businesses to replace their grass lawns with plants that are more appropriate for California’s climate, resulting in the removal of more than 200 million square feet of grass, saving enough water to serve 62,000 homes a year.Turf Rebate