Irrigation upgrades · California

City of Santa Barbara Irrigation Efficiency Rebates

Run by City of Santa Barbara Water Resources

OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Drip retrofit 50% of materials up to $100; nozzles $2 each up to $50; smart timer 50% up to $100; laundry-to-landscape graywater 50% of materials up to $100
Maximum
$350 per household
Who qualifies
City of Santa Barbara water account holder or authorized agent; recycled water customers not eligible.
Where
City of Santa Barbara water account holders; recycled water customers are not eligible.
Status
Open. First-come, first-served while funds last.
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Convert sprinklers to drip, install low-precipitation nozzles, a smart controller, or a laundry-to-landscape graywater system.

Requirements

  • Itemized receipts uploaded
  • Apply within 60 days of receipts
  • Drip retrofit cannot be combined with Sustainable Lawn Replacement
  • Labor, tax, valves and micro-sprays not eligible
  • Graywater system must meet City design and permit requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Install the eligible items
  2. 2Complete the online irrigation rebate application
  3. 3Upload itemized receipts within 60 days

Timing and deadlines

not published

60 days from receipts

Combining it with other programs

Can select one or more rebates; mulch and storm water rebates

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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