New Water Conservation Regulations Impact HOAs, Corporate Campuses, and Commercial Properties Across Southern California
As Southern California’s premier commercial landscape management experts, Sperber Landscape Services provides the expertise needed to navigate these regulatory changes while achieving sustainable, cost-effective solutions.
What Southern California Property Managers Need to Know About AB 1572
Assembly Bill 1572, effective since January 1, 2024, represents California’s commitment to addressing critical water conservation needs. The legislation targets explicitly non-functional turf—ornamental grass areas that serve no recreational, community, or environmental purpose.

What Qualifies as Non-Functional Turf in Commercial Settings?
Non-functional turf typically includes:
Critical Compliance Deadlines for Southern California Properties
Failing to comply with these regulations can result in substantial fines for commercial property managers and owners. Mark these essential deadlines on your calendar:
4 Strategic Steps for Southern California Properties to Achieve Compliance
1. Conduct a Professional Water-Use Assessment

Before implementing changes, Sperber Landscape Services can provide a comprehensive water management assessment to identify non-functional turf areas and develop a customized compliance strategy:
2. Develop a Strategic Budget and Implementation Timeline
Our Southern California commercial landscape experts help you create a phased approach that minimizes disruption while maximizing available rebates:
3. Select Climate-Appropriate Materials for Southern California
Sperber Landscape Services specializes in designing and installing sustainable landscapes optimized for Southern California’s unique climate conditions:
4. Implement a Phased Conversion Strategy
For large commercial properties, corporate campuses, and HOAs managing multiple sites, a systematic approach ensures successful compliance:
Professional Water Conservation Results
Sperber Landscape Services has helped numerous Southern California commercial properties achieve remarkable results through professional turf conversion and water management strategies. Our sustainable landscaping approaches typically deliver:
Our expert landscape teams implement innovative techniques, including strategic sheet mulching, precision-retrofitted irrigation systems, and carefully selected climate-appropriate plantings—all specialized services that Sperber Landscape Services provides to Southern California commercial clients.
Proactive Planning: The Competitive Advantage
Forward-thinking property managers recognize the value of addressing these requirements ahead of deadlines:
Why Sperber Landscape Services is Southern California’s Trusted Water Management Partner
As California’s water regulations evolve, Sperber Landscape Services remains the premier partner for commercial properties, HOAs, medical facilities, and retail developments across Southern California:
Ready to Transform Your Southern California Commercial Landscape?
Contact Sperber Landscape Services today to schedule a complimentary water compliance assessment and learn how our commercial landscape maintenance, landscape enhancement, water management, and tree care services can transform your property while ensuring regulatory compliance.