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WATER RATE SCHEDULE 2025-01
Adopted By Resolution No. 25-9450, June 10, 2025 and effective July 1, 2025
Rate W-1, Metered Potable Water Service
Applicability - Applicable to all metered potable water service.
(1) Monthly Quantity Charges
All potable water use is $9.89 per Hundred Cubic Feet (HCF). The Monthly Quantity Charge recovers the annual cost to operate the Water Utility, other than groundwater charges, treated water purchased from others for resale, and energy.
(2) Minimum Monthly Meter Rates
The minimum monthly meter rate includes a consumption allowance to recover fixed cost elements and accommodate water considered essential for health and safety .
| Water Meter Size | Minimum Charge |
|---|---|
| 5/8 x 3/4 inch | $26.46 |
| 1 inch | $41.70 |
| 1½ inch | $79.79 |
| 2 inch | $125.50 |
| 3 inch | $247.40 |
| 4 inch | $384.53 |
| 6 inch | $765.46 |
| 8 inch | $1,222.58 |
| 10 inch | $1,832.07 |
| 12 inch | $2,574.88 |
Rate W-2, Fire Services
Applicability - Applicable to separate fire services (automatic sprinklers, private fire hydrants, etc.) required by the City of Santa Clara or insurance underwriters.
(1) Monthly Fire Service Charge
| Service Size | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| 2 inch | $3.50 |
| 4 inch | $19.83 |
| 6 inch | $58.33 |
| 8 inch | $124.25 |
| 10 inch | $223.42 |
| 12 inch |
$361.08 |
(2) Special Conditions
Fire Service charges are used for meter maintenance and operation, including replacement. No charges will be applied for water used to extinguish fires or for testing. Any other water use (through leaks or general use) will result in regular water service rates (RATE W-1) for a minimum of three (3) billing cycles or longer, until the prohibited use of water through the fire service connection has stopped. Continued water use through a fire service is a violation of City's Rules and Regulations and may result in service interruption.
Rate W-3, Cross Connection Controls
Applicability - Applicable to all service connections where a public cross connection control device has been required by the City or County Health Department.
(1) Monthly Charge
| Size Of Service | Monthly Charge |
|---|---|
| 1 inch | $7.47 |
| 2 inch | $11.95 |
| 3 inch | $23.89 |
| 4 inch | $37.33 |
| 6 inch | $74.66 |
| 8 inch | $119.46 |
| 10 inch | $179.19 |