Public Notice: Water & Sewer Connection Fee Analysis Available for Review and Comment

In accordance with the Public Water and Sewer System Development Fee Act (Session Law 2017-138), also known as House Bill 436, the Town of Waynesville is seeking public review and comment on an analysis that has been prepared by McGill Associates which analyzes the maximum fee the Town may charge for new water and sewer connections.   Click here for document

This report presents the results of the comprehensive study, including background information, legal requirements, an explanation of the calculation methodology employed, and the results of the analysis. This analysis is strictly for water and sewer System Development Fees that are designed to recover the cost of water and sewer capacity collected from new connectors to each system. This analysis does not include the evaluation of water and sewer rates paid monthly by existing customers.

This analysis is open for public comment beginning April 12, 2018 for a period of 45 days, expiring on May 27, 2018. Any comments received will be considered by the preparer of the analysis for possible modifications or revisions.

Written comments should be directed to David Foster, Public Services Director at dfoster@waynesvillenc.gov or Post Office Box 100, Waynesville, NC 28786 and received no later than May 26, 2018.