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Utility Services
Applications for new water/sewer service
Disconnects for water/sewer services
Address changes, name changes, mailing address changes
Collection of utility payments
Billing of utility services
Questions pertaining to utility billing and payments
VILLAGE MAINTENANCE
The Village Maintenance
Department provides many of the services that you as
residents of the Village receive. This division of the
Village is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the
streets and keeping them clear of ice and snow,
collecting leaves in the fall, and storm and sewer
maintenance. Our Maintenance Department is also
responsible for our Water Treatment Plant and our
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Village of West Unity
Wastewater Treatment Plant
VILLAGE RESPONSIBILITY
The West Unity Wastewater Treatment Plant is responsible
for all service and repair to the main collection system
only. When a customer installs a new sewer line they
provide all supplies, material and labor. Approval for a
sewer tap must be obtained from the Village and the
proper fee must be paid before installation begins. The
final inspection and approval of the new sewer tap is
done by the Village. Information on installation of a
sewer line is available from the Village Administrator
at (419) 924-2215.
RESIDENT RESPONSIBILITY
The
resident(s) is responsible for all repairs and
maintenance of all sewer service lines up to the point
of connection to the Village’s main sewer, including the
sewer tap.
Village of West Unity
Water Treatment Plant
Projects and
Notification
When at all possible,
prior notice will be delivered to your residence to
notify you of any shut-off of service that may occur.
However, in an emergency situation, this may not be
possible. We regret these situations, but a main break
or a damaged hydrant can cause back-siphoning and
contaminate the entire water system. Flooding of streets
and property is hazardous and costly. These are the
situations that are high priority and demand immediate
attention. We ask you to be patient if this occurs in
your neighborhood. We will do our best to correct the
problem and restore service as soon as possible.
Find Your Main Control
Valve
Every home, apartment,
and business should have a main control valve. In an
emergency, such as a broken line, use this valve to shut
off water to the entire house. If there is an emergency,
you will need to act fast, so it is a good idea to mark
your valve with a colorful ribbon, tape or paint so you
can find it quickly. Before marking it, test it to be
sure it is the correct valve and that it is in proper
working order. If it is not working properly, call a
plumber to repair or replace it. Maintenance of the
valve is the responsibility of the homeowner, and
keeping it in good repair is vital if there is any kind
of plumbing leak or pipe breakage. The ability to locate
the valve quickly and shut off the water will not only
save you money on your next bill but may minimize damage
to the property as well.
SHUT-OFF / RECONNECTION
FEES:
Water shut-off and reconnection for
non payment $50.00
Water shut-off for vacation or winter
relocation $25.00
Water reconnection upon return from vacation or
winter relocation $25.00
WATER TAP FEE:
There is a fee for installation of a water tap. The fee
includes all material, labor and machinery. Costs are
subject to change and can be verified by contacting the
Village Administrator at (419) 924-2215. The
residential ¾” tap fee is $450.00, a 1”
tap fee is $500.00.
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*The charge for all larger taps above the size
of one-inch shall be the actual cost of all
materials, including the meter, and labor costs
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SEWER TAP FEE:
The cost to install a sewer tap is $250.00, and
must be paid before the work is started.
OTHER FEES:
The cost to repair or replace a water meter damaged due
to tampering, abuse, negligence, freezing or backflow is
the responsibility of the customer. The actual cost
varies according to the repair work necessary and
whether replacement costs are involved. There may also
be additional costs associated with penalties and/or
fines for the damages as discussed in Ohio Law (O.R.C.
4933.19).
RETURNED CHECK FEE:
Any check returned to us will be assessed a $25.00
fee.
OTHER FEES:
Building Permit....................... $10.00
Zoning
Change....................... $225.00
Zoning Variance..................... $125.00
Conditional Use...................... $125.00
Lot split................................. $125.00
Temporary Occupancy............ $25.00
Sign Permit............................ $10.00
Animal (Ordinance 505.011).... $25.00
Billing Calculation
Billing is calculated
using 2 rates:
The base rate is
a fixed amount, not dependent on usage. This pays
for the infrastructure necessary to provide quality
water and to properly treat sewage. Infrastructure is
comprised of personnel, facilities, utilities,
insurance, licensing fees, etc. These are costs that
must be paid in order to maintain day to day operations,
no matter the usage or number of customers.
The rate based on
usage is flexible: It is dependent on # of
gallons used. This pays for variable costs; supplies
and materials to treat water or sewage. These costs are
directly related to usage.
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