Residential WaterSaver Landscapes Rebate Program
Purpose:
The City of Kyle wants to encourage residents to reduce outdoor water use by replacing traditional turf grass with water-saving alternatives and increasing the efficiency of their irrigation systems through targeted upgrades. City of Kyle residential Water Utility customers are encouraged to apply for the following rebate.
Instructions:
Kyle Water Utility customers are eligible for up to $500 total through any combination of the rebate options below to reduce their outdoor water use.
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Turf grass replacement ($1 per sq. ft.): Turf grass must be removed and replaced with eligible pervious groundcover (including natural-colored gravel, decomposed granite, river rock, mulch, or artificial turf grass) and/or native plants. Associated irrigation in the landscaped area (sprinkler heads) must be removed or capped. Before and after photos are required. Landscaping changes must be reviewed with an HOA, if applicable.
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Rain, freeze, or soil moisture sensor (up to $50): Original receipt(s) of purchase and photos showing proof of installation are required.
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Smart controller (50% of cost): Must be WaterSense. Original receipt(s) of purchase and photos showing proof of installation are required.
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Zone valve removal ($200 per zone): Zone valve must be physically removed. Before and after photos are required.
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Drip conversion ($50 per zone): Convert an entire spray irrigation zone to drip irrigation. Before and after photos are required.
Eligibility:
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Only current City of Kyle Water Utility customers are eligible to participate in the program.
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Customer account must be current with no outstanding balance on their utility bill.
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Only complete applications will be considered.
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Only new products purchased after October 15, 2024 are eligible for the rebate.
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Limited to 1 maximum payout per household.
Additional terms:
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Sales tax, shipping, and delivery fees are not eligible for reimbursement.
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Limited to one maximum payout per household.
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Landscaping changes must be reviewed with an HOA, if applicable.
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Before and after photos are required for turf grass replacement, zone valve removal, and drip conversion.
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Original receipt(s) of purchase and photos showing proof of installation are required for sensor(s) and smart controllers.
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Only new products purchased after October 15, 2024 are eligible for the rebate.
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The homeowner or a licensed irrigator must do the irrigation work (Texas Administrative Code Chapter 344).
For questions regarding the Residential Water Conservation Rebate Program, email wcrp@cityofkyle.com.
Native Plant Resources
There are many resources and local organizations available to help you create your native landscape. Do your research with Kyle in mind! Kyle sits between two Texas ecoregions, the Edwards Plateau to the West of I-35, characterized by its limestone bedrock which generally has shallow soil, and the Blackland Prairie to the East of I-35, characterized by dark, clay soil. There are many native plants that are adapted to both ecoregions!
Choose plants based on where you live and how much sun your area receives, and check out our Conservation Division's Climate-Ready Native-Only Plant List for the best resource on planting native in Kyle!
Central Texas Gardener, Native Plant Society of Texas, and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center also have plenty of relevant resources on native plants. Here are just a few:
There are numerous native plant sales in our area! Here are just a few:
Local nurseries often have a bigger selection of native plants than big box stores.
Additional Resources:
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