Checklist of Provisions to be Included in a Water Code

Compiled by John Carpita, Public Works Consultant, MRSC

The following checklist items should be included in code provisions relating to the operation of a water system.

References

Adoption of comprehensive water system plan and updates by reference
Adoption of rate studies and connection fee analyses by reference
Adoption of capital improvement program for water system (annually) by reference
Statutes by reference
Standards by reference

Planning, Design and Construction Standards

Water system design and construction standards/standard details
Water connection standards and requirement for licensed contractor and inspection during construction OR for the city/county/district to perform connection with crews

Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention

Cross-Connection control
Backflow prevention

System Development Charges (Connection Fees)

Connection fees
Service extensions, both within and outside the jurisdiction's boundaries
Ownership and bills of sale

Recovery Contracts (Reimbursement Agreements)

Billing and Collection

Application for service
Accounts and billings
Billing cycles
Deposits
Landlord-tenant relations
Automated payment options
Budget payment plans
Combined utility accounts
Delinquent accounts, termination of service and reconnection
Temporary service
Penalties and interest
Liens
Funds established
Refusal of Service

Current Water Service Rates

Rates
Bulk water rates
Reduced rates for low income seniors and other low-income citizens

Miscellaneous Provisions

Authorized agents
Damage to water system
Definitions
Disclaimer of liability
Employee rules
Fire protection connections
Fluoridation
Irrigation systems
Private wells
Prohibited uses
Replacement of leaking service lines
Resale prohibited
Right-of entry
Service outside jurisdiction
Severability
Turn-ons and turn-offs
Unlawful connections
Violations and penalties
Voluntary service discontinuance
Water meters
Water restrictions