Grand Forks Water & Sewer Connection Information
Existing sewer and water accounts are transferred into a new owner’s name when the individual makes application for electrical service. There is no charge for initiating a utility account if the water is already turned on at the time of application. Should the water be shut off, the charge for connection is $50.00.
Water, sewer and garbage charges are billed to the owner of the property. For further information, please contact City Hall.
NEW SERVICE WATER & SEWER CONNECTIONS
If water and sewer service is available at the property line (contact City Hall to establish availability), application to connect to the service may be made at City Hall. It is the property owner’s responsibility to bring his water and sewer lines to meet the City connections at the property line.
If City services are not available at the property line, the City foreman will do an estimate on the cost of providing service to the property line. 80% of the estimated price must be paid prior to service installation work commencing.
Larger commercial or industrial connections are handled with the above procedure also. All new residential construction must provide for the installation of water meters. New commercial, industrial or institutional construction require the installation of water meters as well as residential construction requiring a 1 inch line.
If sewer is not available and a septic system is required:
a) A septic permit must be obtained from the Health Inspectors’ office through the Ministry of Health. There is a 30 day appeal period before the issuance of a septic permit. A building permit will only be issued after the appeal period has elapsed.
b) In order to accommodate a septic field, a minimum lot area of 15,000 square feet (1400 square meters) is required (providing the lot is serviced by City water) for a residential property. For further information regarding lot size requirements contact City Hall or the Building Inspector.
For further information on the City of Grand Forks water service or sewer service see the regulations and rates bylaw documentation below.
