Who is responsible for water and sewer line maintenance and repair?

A1:  Authority Responsibility:  It shall be the responsibility of the Authority to maintain, repair as needed and keep in good working order all service lines from the main to, but not including, the curb stop.  The repair of leaks or other damage occurring to service lines within this area shall be performed by the Authority at its own expense.

A2: Homeowner Responsibility:  It shall be the responsibility of the customer to maintain in proper working order the service from and including the curb box to the entry point beyond the meter.  No pipe beyond the meter shall be permitted to be buried.  The curb box shall remain accessible at all times and free of debris.  Damage to the curb box or lid shall be brought to the immediate attention of the Authority.  The expense of repair work performed on any curb box shall be paid by the customer.

 

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