Charges and Fees
Current rate schedule for new-service connections, system development, and fire-line installations.
New Service Connection Charge
The new service connection charge covers the cost of materials, labor, and overhead for the tap at the water main, and the materials for the meter and meter pit. Cost varies based on the connection type and meter size.
Material provided by Suburban Water, Inc.
- Saddle, corporation stop, meter setter, meter pit, ring/lid, tap on water main, and water meter.
Applicant's responsibility
- Provide a qualified contractor to perform all excavation, including exposing Suburban's water main and installation of all material provided by Suburban — except the pipe saddle and tapping of the water main.
Standard New Service Connection Charges
| Meter / Service Size | Charge |
|---|---|
| 5/8" meter, 1" service | $3,000.00 |
| 1" meter, 1" service | $4,500.00 |
| 1 1/2" meter, 1 1/2" service | $7,000.00 |
| 2" meter, 2" service | $11,500.00 |
| 3" meter, 3" service | $21,100.00 |
System Development Charge (SDC)
Growth pays for growth. The SDC compensates Suburban Water, Inc. for investments required in water supply, treatment, transmission, and distribution facilities. The SDC is paid in addition to the New Service Connection Charge.
Any meter enlargement or meter-type upgrade will be subject to an SDC equal to the difference in the current SDCs for the respective meter sizes and types. On multiple-metered service connections, the SDC is based on the size and type of each individual meter. Meter sizes or types not listed below will be charged based on the standard meter capacity in gallons per minute (gpm) compared to the 5/8" displacement standard meter capacity.
Suburban Water, Inc. determines the most appropriate meter size and type based on the applicant's water usage characteristics and needs.
System Development Charges
| Meter Size | Capacity (gpm) | SDC |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8" | 20 | $3,500.00 |
| 1" | 50 | $7,000.00 |
| 1 1/2" | 100 | $14,500.00 |
| 2" | 190 | $31,500.00 |
| 3" | 350 | $62,900.00 |
Fire Line Connections
Includes fire-line valve, tapping sleeve, tap by Suburban Water, Inc., $450 Plan Review Fee, and overheads.
Suburban Water will perform fire flow testing for fire-line connections — a $550.00 fire-flow testing fee is required.
Estimated Fire Line Fees
| Line Size | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2" | $5,500.00 |
| 4" | $10,000.00 |
| 6" | $12,000.00 |
| 8" | $15,000.00 |
All rates subject to change. Contact our office for the most current rate schedule before submitting an application.