No, there are some important differences to keep in mind when planning and implementing your lawn conversion, specifically:
- State tree requirement: The state program requires that customers plan to include one tree, either new or existing, in the conversion project area. There is no tree requirement for the EBMUD rebate.
- Decomposed granite: The state rebate limits decomposed granite to 25 percent of the total project square footage; EBMUD’s allows permeable hardscape (including decomposed granite) in up to 50 percent of the project square footage.
- Mulch: EBMUD customers must apply a minimum of three inches of mulch on soil surfaces; the state program has no minimum depth for mulch. EBMUD does not permit rubber bark mulch while the state program allows it.