DISTRICT APPLICATION WALKTHROUGH
UTAH COUNTY: $2.00 / SQ FT
Central Utah Water Conservancy District
Serving: Eagle Mountain, Lehi, Saratoga Springs, American Fork, Orem
Central Utah Water Conservancy District and affiliated city water systems serve the rapidly growing communities of Eagle Mountain, Lehi, Saratoga Springs, and the broader Utah County corridor. The rebate program pays $2.00/sqft for qualifying turf-to-xeriscape conversions. With Utah County issuing more new construction permits than any other county in the state, this program is especially relevant for homeowners starting from scratch in brand-new neighborhoods.
CUWCD BASE RATE
$2.00/sqft
Up to $50,000 per application. Minimum 200 sq ft.
#1 Gotcha for CUWCD
Eagle Mountain and Lehi may be served by city water systems rather than CUWCD directly — verify before applying.
Are You Eligible?
Turf area must be at least 200 sq ft.
Confirm your specific water provider before applying — rates vary by city system.
All existing turf must be removed to bare soil.
Drip or low-volume irrigation required in the converted zone.
Pre-approval must be obtained before any removal work begins.
Final inspection required before rebate check is issued.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Do NOT remove any turf until you have pre-approval in writing. This is the #1 reason applications are rejected — and the disqualification is immediate and permanent.
Step 01
Identify your specific water provider (CUWCD, Lehi City, Eagle Mountain City, or Saratoga Springs City)
Step 02
Contact that provider to request the current rebate application and confirm eligibility for your address
Step 03
Submit a pre-approval application with property address and turf area measurements
Step 04
Receive written approval before beginning any removal work
Step 05
Complete turf removal and install approved low-water plantings and drip irrigation
Step 06
Submit post-installation documentation including before/after photos
How Much Will You Get?
1,000 sqft
$2,000
2,000 sqft
$4,000
3,000 sqft
$6,000
These are estimates. Your actual rebate depends on district verification and final inspection. For an exact calculation based on your yard size, use our rebate calculator.
CUWCD-Specific Warnings
Eagle Mountain and Lehi may be served by city water systems rather than CUWCD directly — verify before applying.
Saratoga Springs City water operates independently — contact the city utility, not CUWCD, for that address.
Removing turf before receiving written approval disqualifies the application.
Rebate rates in Utah County may differ slightly by jurisdiction — always confirm the current rate.
Ready to Apply? We Handle Everything.
We submit the CUWCD application, coordinate both site visits, design and install to rebate specifications, and complete all post-installation documentation. You get the yard and the check.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eagle Mountain served by CUWCD or the city?
Eagle Mountain has its own city water infrastructure that sources from CUWCD and other sources. Rebate eligibility is administered at the city level — we verify your specific address before applying.
Is Lehi in CUWCD territory?
Lehi's water comes from a blend of CUWCD and Lehi City systems. Your specific address determines which entity administers the rebate. We confirm this as part of every Lehi rebate consultation.
Does Saratoga Springs have a rebate program?
Saratoga Springs City water operates independently. We contact the city utility directly to confirm current program participation and rebate rates before every Saratoga Springs project.