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Educational Institutions Lawn Alternatives Quick Reference

Looking to replace turf at your school or campus? This guide shows creative, water-wise alternatives—native plantings, rain gardens, multifunctional hardscapes—and walks you through planning, implementation, and maintenance so you can create beautiful, sustainable outdoor spaces.
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Commercial & Industrial By The Numbers

From shopping centers to churches and hotels, properties across California are cutting costs and saving water by replacing nonfunctional turf. This fact sheet shows the numbers—real savings, reduced maintenance, and healthier landscapes that benefit businesses and communities alike.
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Commercial & Industrial General Fact Sheet

Managing a commercial, industrial, or institutional property? This fact sheet explains California’s new turf rules, the penalties for noncompliance, and how properties can turn unused lawns into vibrant, water-wise landscapes that cut costs and save water.
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Educational Institutions Grant Support Guide

Planning to remove turf at your school or campus? This guide highlights grants, rebates, and funding opportunities to help educational institutions transform lawns into sustainable, water-wise landscapes while keeping costs manageable.
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Educational Institutions Campus Guide For Identifying Nonfunctional Turf

Not sure which lawn area on campus is considered nonfunctional? This step-by-step guide walks school leaders & facilities managers through California’s new turf rules, helping you quickly determine what’s functional, what’s exempt, and where action is required.
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Case Study: Countrywood HOA

Discover how Countrywood HOA in Walnut Creek transformed 130,000 square feet of lawn into vibrant, water-wise gardens—saving time, money, and water while preserving more than 1,000 mature trees and creating a showcase landscape for the whole community.
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Educational Institutions General Fact Sheet

Curious how California’s new turf ban impacts Educational Institutions? This fact sheet breaks down what counts as nonfunctional turf, what the law requires, and how associations can stay compliant.
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Case Study: Jamacha Park HOA

See how Jamacha Park HOA in San Diego transformed 58,000 square feet of thirsty lawn into vibrant, water-wise landscapes—saving millions of gallons of water, winning awards, and creating beautiful spaces for residents to enjoy.
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HOA Newsletter Story Templates

Looking for ready-to-use content for your HOA newsletter? These sample stories explain California’s turf ban in plain language and highlight the benefits of water-wise landscapes—helping boards keep residents informed, inspired, and on board with the changes.
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HOA Tips for Getting Started

Wondering how to get your HOA ready for California’s turf ban? This flyer walks you through the law, penalties, and practical steps for transforming decorative lawns into beautiful, water-wise landscapes that boost curb appeal and save resources.
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