Lawn replacement · South Australia
Marion Greener Verges Rebate
Run by City of Marion
- What you get
- 50% of verge development costs, up to $500 (inc GST) per property
- Maximum
- $500 per household
- Who qualifies
- The adjoining property owner or tenant (tenants need the owner's prior approval) in the City of Marion.
- Where
- Property owners and tenants in the City of Marion.
- Status
- Limited funds. Available while the limited number of rebates lasts.
- Type of payment
- Rebate
What you do
Get approval to garden your verge, plant it with natives or lawn and add mulch, soil and compost, then claim half the cost back.
Requirements
- Read the Verge Development Guidelines
- Approval to develop the verge before applying for the rebate
- Artificial turf is prohibited on verges
- Receipts, a photo of the finished verge and proof of residence
- Limited number of rebates
The plan or design it asks for
A Verge Development Application describing your verge garden plans, which must meet the Verge Development Guidelines, must be approved first.
Make the plan in Sow
Draw the layout and build the plant list
Sow places plants on a photo of your yard and keeps a list of everything you add. Check City of Marion's rules for exactly what to submit.
How to apply
- 1Read the Verge Development Guidelines
- 2Submit a Verge Development Application Form through the My Marion portal
- 3Once approved and the work is done, submit the Verge Rebate Form with receipts and a photo
Timing and deadlines
Payment by bank transfer may take up to 60 days.
Sources
- https://www.marion.sa.gov.au/services-we-offer/works-in-my-street/verge (official page)
- https://www.marion.sa.gov.au/services-we-offer/environment/get-involved/sustainability-rebates
- https://www.marion.sa.gov.au/services-we-offer/works-in-my-street/verge/verge-incentive-fund-faqs
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “Marion Greener Verges Rebate,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/south-australia/marion-greener-verges-rebate
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