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I have to imagine a neighborhood full of lawns like this might have some downsides. Not to mention the property values. Plenty of rural places you can do this.

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In most markets, I'd be surprised if the property value was affected by whether it has a pristine lawn or not.

> I have to imagine a neighborhood full of lawns like this might have some downsides

I can't imagine any, what do you have in mind?

How many neighborhoods have you been in that look like a post apocalyptic waste land?

None but I don't think that's what we're talking about. Have you seen the pictures in the article?

A number of areas encourages changes to lawns to save water. There doesnt seem to be an obvious effect on property values.

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