Landscaping Resources
Tips & Money Saving Information on Landscaping, Gardening & Water Conservation
The following landscaping resources can help you better understand the green industry standards and also money saving tips and incentives.

Before hiring landscape contractors, you should check the status of your contractor’s license.
California State Contractor License Board & Association - Contractors State License Board - (CSLB)
- Licensing Classifications - (CSLB)
- California Landscape Contractors Association - (CLCA)
Contractor Codes - Landscape Contractors (C-27)
- Swimming Pool Contractor (C-53)
- General Building Contractor (B)
For Do It Yourself Home Owners - Avoid Fines Of Upto $50,000 By Being Proactive!California State Law Says, You Must Call Before You Dig! Call at least 2 days prior to digging. Failing to call could incur fines of up to $50,000
Did you know that San Diego home owners are eligible for generous rebates when they take measures to conserve water?The following list provides information on various programs that offer cash rebates on a wide variety of water-saving technologies and outdoor landscaping.
California Urban Water Conservation Council (H2ouse) This website was developed by the California Urban Water Conservation Council under a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The Council is a consensus-based partnership of over 315 urban water suppliers, public advocacy organizations, and other interested parties concerned with water supply and conservation of natural resources in California. The Council was created to oversee the 1991 Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Urban Water Conservation in California, which sets forth Best Management Practices for the efficient use of water in urban areas in the state. The website address is www.cuwcc.org. California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection serves and safeguards the people and protects the property and resources of California. The Earth 911 is your one-stop shop for all you need to know about reducing your impact, reusing what you’ve got and recycling your trash. Go Green InitiativeThe Go Green Initiative is a simple, comprehensive program designed to create a culture of environmental responsibility on school campuses across the nation. Facing the FutureThe Facing the Future empower teachers with the resources they need to ignite their students’ interest in complex global issues while helping them achieve academically. United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)EPA leads the nation's environmental science, research, education and assessment efforts. The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people. I Love a Clean San DiegoI Love A Clean San Diegois to outreach, community involvement and example, I Love A Clean San Diego leads and educates our community to actively conserve and enhance the environment. Benefit By Using California Native Plants (CNPS)The California Native Plant Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the understanding and appreciation of California's native plants and how to conserve them and their natural habitats through education, science, advocacy, horticulture and land stewardship. San Diego County Master Gardener Association (SDCMGA)The San Diego County Master Gardener Association mission of the UCCE is to conduct research on new pests and issues affecting the county, and to provide research based information to the public. Back to Landscape Design Page

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