Usage Rates, Charges & Fees

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One-Time Connection Charge

Option #1 – Pre-Closing Single Payment Plan	Fee
Lump Sum Payment (received before closing date)	$2,500

Option #2 – Deferred Payment Plan	Fee
Initial Down Payment (billed at closing)	$500
Additional amount paid over five years	$2,500
Bi-monthly Payment	$83.33

* Outstanding balance may be paid in full at any time. Balance reduced by $100 for each full year paid early.

Option #3 – Special Affordability Plan*	Fee
Initial Down Payment	$0
Additional amount paid over ten years	$2,500
Bi-monthly Payment	$41.67

* Based on financial need; subject to annual income limits. In addition the Board may set other terms to meet unique financial circumstances.

Per Connection Charges	Fee
3/4″ Meter	$59.00
1″ Meter	$98.53
Reserved Connection (Inactive)	$59.00

Per Connection Charges	Fee
All meter sizes; includes King County Right of Way Fee	$70.00

* Rates are per cubic feet (CF) based on bi-monthly meter reading. 1 CF is approximately 7.5 gallons.

Service	Fee
Disconnection Fee (delinquent accounts or by member request)	$40.00
Reconection Fee	$40.00
New Acccount Set Up/Transfer of Ownership Fee	$50.00
Late Fee for Past Due Accounts	2% of the amount billed for each month unpaid
Returned Check Fee (NSF)	$40.00
Certificate of Water Availability	$40.00
Meter Clearing Fee (Vegetation, for example)	$45.00 per hour
Meter Tampering; Damage to BWC property	Time and material to repair any damages
Site Visit Requested by Member	No Charge ( 1 visit per month)
Final Meter Reading and Bill at Account Closing	No Charge
Final Notice before Shutoff	No Charge