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City of Statesboro
Developer’s Package
UPDATES
2-1-2000
6-7-2000
6-29-2000
10-9-2002
2-18-2004
4-23-2004
10-1-2004
9-11-2007
9-30-2008
5-27-2010
12-1-2011
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
CONTACTING KEY PEOPLE
City Officials/Department Heads/Other Personnel 1-2
Utility Representatives/D.O.T./Bulloch County 3
LICENSE
City Occupational Tax Certificates (Business License) 4
CITY DEPARTMENTS/OFFICES AND ORDINANCES ASSOCIATED WITH
PLANNING/DEVELOPING
Community Planning & Developing Office (Zoning) 5
Engineering Department & Development Ordinances 6
Residential Development Submittal Requirements 7
Commercial Development Submittal Requirements 8-9
Submittal Requirements for Registered Architect 10-11
City Adopted Building Codes 12
State Contractor’s License Requirements 13
Application For Building Permit 14
Land Clearing and Tree Protection Ordinances 15
Land Disturbing Activity Permit Application 16
NPDES General Permit Form – GA-EPD 17
Drainage, Soil Erosion, Sedimentation & Pollution Ordinance 18
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance 18
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
Building Permit Fees 19
Electrical Fees 19
Plumbing Fees 20
HVAC Permit Fees 20
Miscellaneous Fees 21
PUBLIC WORKS
Driveway Pipe Fee Schedule 22
Transfer Station Information & Rules 23-24
CITY UTILITIES (NATURAL GAS, WATER, SEWER)
Call Before You Dig 25
City Street Excavation Permit Requirements & Detail 26-27
Natural Gas Department
Rates 28-29
Gas Tap Application 30
Customer Assistance Program 31
Water & Sewer Department
Aid to Construction Fees 32
Industrial Sewer Permit Application 33-35
Tap Fees/Rates 36-41
Notes 42-43
Water/Sewer Agreement 44-51
Water/Sewer Specifications 52-54
Fire Hydrant – Typical Detail 55
Water Meter – Typical Installation Detail 56
Sewer Service Tap – Typical Detail 57
Vault Meter Installation 58-60
CITY OF STATESBORO
ELECTED OFFICIALS
MAYOR Joe R. Brannen (912) 764-5468
P.O. Box: 3672
Statesboro, Georgia 30459
COUNCILMAN:
District 1 Phil Boyum (912) 764-5468
District 2 Gary Lewis (912) 764-9270
District 3 Will Britt (Mayor Pro-Team) (912) 687-1766
District 4 John Riggs (912) 690-0221
District 5 Travis Chance (912) 871-7659
CITY DEPARTMENTS
City Hall (912) 764-5468
City Manager Frank Parker
City Clerk Sue Starling
City Engineer Robert Cheshire
City Building Official Chip Godbee
Community Development Director Mandi Cody
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Water/Wastewater Department
302 Briarwood Road
(912) 681-3664
Fire Department
24 West Grady Street
(912) 489-4580
Police Department 22 West Grady Street
(912) 764-9911
Public Works Division 5 Braswell Street
(912) 764-5468
Senior Assistant City Engineer Jason Boyles
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UTILITIES/BULLOCH COUNTY/DOT
Georgia Power (912) 764-7514
Brian Hixon - Operations Supervisor
Tony Ross - Commercial Marketing Engineer
Alec Perkins - Power Delivery Manager
Excelsior Electric Membership Corp. (EMC)
Daytime Service - (912) 764-2123
24 Hour Service - (912) 685-2115
Frontier Communications - (912) 764-9131
Jaclyn Cason - General Manager
Chad Mitchell - Technical Supervisor
Mark Riggs - Network Engineer
Northland Cable TV - (912) 489-8715
David Hilaribes - General Manager
Rocky Bradley - Chief Technician
City of Statesboro - (912) 764-5468
Water/Sewer & Gas - (912) 764-0693
Bulloch County - (912) 764-6245
County Building Inspector - (912) 489-1356
Dink Butler
Georgia Department of Transportation (912) 871-1103
Ron Nelson – Area Engineer
Georgia Department of Transportation
District 5
Jesup, Georgia 31545
(912) 427-9081
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OCCUPATIONAL TAX CERTIFICATES
(FORMERLY CALLED A BUSINESS LICENSE)
Contractor: Any person who agrees to furnish materials or do a piece of work
for a certain price; by the job or by the hour.
Sub-Contractor: Any person who contracts for carrying out a previous contract or a
part thereof for a certain price by the job or by the hour.
All occupational tax fees are due and payable by January 31st of every year. The fees are
pro-rated after July 1st of every year. There is a $25.00 non-refundable application fee
charged on all new business.
Contact the Occupational Tax Clerk at (912) 764-0625 for information concerning
occupational tax certificates and fees.
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ZONING INFORMATION FOR NEW OR PROPOSED DEVELOPMENTS
Before any construction can begin on any property or before the “use” of a
building can be changed, the contractor/developer must first determine that the property
is properly zoned for the proposed development. The City has zoning districts which
allow for different types of construction/development. If the property is zoned in such a
way that a particular type development is prohibited then the property owner and /or
developer either must: look for another suitable parcel of land that is properly zoned for
the type development proposed or seek assistance from the Statesboro Community
Development Department to determine what type of zoning action may be necessary to
accommodate the development proposal. The Community Development Department will
advise the potential applicant of the types of zoning actions which may be accommodate
their needs including: zoning map amendments, special exceptions, variances, conditional
use, etc.
Should the developer request that the property be rezoned or the request must be
initiated in the Statesboro Community Development Department, by submitting a
complete application package to the Community Development Department. Community
Development staff can provide full details of the application package and submittal
requirements which may apply to your potential zoning action. Consultations with the
Community Development staff on a specific development proposal are strongly
encouraged prior to the preparation of detailed building or site plans in order to avoid
unseen delays in your development proposal. Please visit the office of the Community
Development Department for a Pre-Consultation or Right Start Brochure. The request
should include: a written letter to this office with the exact nature of the request; a plat of
the property; and a nonbonding sketch to show the exact nature of the rezoning/variance
request (height, rear yard, side yard, or front yard variance).
Once this process has been initiated, the Community Development Department
will write a staff report, advertise the zoning action request, post a sign on the property,
submit a time-frame of the process to the developer, and forward all available
information concerning the request to the Planning Commission, who will review it first,
and then to Mayor and City Council, who will review it first, and then to Mayor and City
Council, who will make the final decision on the request.
The Office of Community Development is located on the third floor of City Hall
at 50 East Main Street, Statesboro. For additional information, contact The Community
Development Department at (912) 764-0630 or [email protected].
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CITY OF STATESBORO
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
The Engineering Department is responsible for ensuring that all construction
projects comply with all applicable codes, laws and ordinances which govern
construction.
1. Construction codes as adopted in the City’s Code of Ordinances section 14-1.
(See Page 12 of this packet)
2. Georgia Erosion and sediment Control Act.
3. Statesboro Flood Plain Management, Drainage and Sedimentation Control
Ordinances.
4. Statesboro Land Clearing and Tree Protection Ordinance.
5. Manufactured Home Ordinance
The department provides a one stop location for the review of construction plans and
specifications. Three sets of plans and specifications shall be submitted for each building
permit application. The City has delegated authority to approve most water and sewer
system designs. State law and the Standard Building Code require the use of Registered
Design Professionals for the design of certain construction projects.
(See Pages 10 & 11 of this packet)
Right Start and Development Plan Review Committee meetings are designed to help
applicants get a head start on the development process. Right Start meetings can be
scheduled through the Community Development Department.
All building permits are issued through the Engineering Department. All trade permits,
such as plumbing, electrical and HVAC are also issued through the Engineering Department.
Inspection of all construction work is done by the City Building Inspector. Inspection of all
work is required and a Certificate of Occupancy will be issued when all work has been
satisfactorily completed.
All Construction Permit fees, Aid to Construction fees and all Tap fees MUST be paid
before ANY construction begins and before a building permit will be issued.
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CITY OF STATESBORO
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
(One and Two Family Dwellings Only)
All of the following applicable information shall be provided to the City of
Statesboro Engineering Department for their review prior to obtaining a building permit.
Any zoning questions shall be referred to the Community Development Department,
(912) 764-0630.
1. Submit Site Plan
Site plan shall include plat of property drawn to scale which shows the
following:
a) The latest official plat of the property lines with bearing and
distances, any recorded drainage or utility easements and
floodplain status (if applicable)
Note: All structures which are allowed to be located within the
flood plain will require an “Elevation Certification”
b) Identify proper zoning district of property
c) Location of property by identifying adjacent streets or adjoining
property, etc.
d) Location and size of principal, residential structure on the property
and the exact size and location of any accessory structures
e) Setbacks of all structures
f) Location of water, sewer and gas service lines (if applicable)
g) Location of septic tank system (if applicable)
2. Submit Plan or Drawing showing the following:
a) Floor Plan
a) Construction specifications
b) Smoke detector locations
c) Size of electrical panel
d) Number of circuits
e) Size of HVAC unit
f) Number of plumbing fixture that would require traps
g) Value of TOTAL CONSTRUCTION
3. A Building Permit is issued after acceptance of:
a) Building permit application (plans & specifications)
b) All permit fees paid (see Engineering Dept. for fee schedule)
4. Once a building permit has been issued, standard inspections are performed as
detailed on the building permit card.
5. Upon satisfactory completion of all inspections, a Certificate of Occupancy
(CO) is issued for each dwelling. No occupancy of any dwelling shall take
place prior to issuance of the CO.
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CITY OF STATESBORO
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
The following outline shall provide those interested in commercial development
with the procedural chronology necessary to complete such development. At any
time, one may contact the Engineering Department with questions or for
clarification at (912) 764-0655
1. Contact Community Development Department to determine if zoning is suitable
proposed development (912) 764-0630. Otherwise, rezoning or variance
application may need to be applied for prior to submitting plans for proposed
development.
2. Submit development plans to the Engineering Department for review.
A. Submit three (3) sets of site plans to the Engineering Department. Site plans
must be stamped by a Georgia registered professional engineer. Engineering Department
will oversee staff review of site plans and provide comments or approval within two
weeks. Site plans must identify compliance with the following ordinances,
specifications, and regulations*:
a) Zoning Ordinance*
1) Show zoning district for project’s property and all adjacent
properties
2) Parking ordinance compliance (incl. handicapped accessibility)
3) Proper type of lot covering material required
4) Show setbacks of all buildings
5) Show building coverage
6) Indicate building height(s)
7) Provide buffer(s) where required
b) Sign Ordinance*, if applicable
c) Tree Ordinance
d) Drainage Ordinance*
e) Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution Control Ordinance*
f) Flood Damage Prevent Ordinance*
g) Wetlands disturbance requirements, if applicable – contact US Army
Corps of Engineers for more information. Separate permit required prior
to approving any wetlands disturbance.
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h) Georgia Department of Transportation standards and permit requirements
and/or City of Statesboro Driveway Standards – Contact Engineering
Dept. for more information
B. Submit three (3) sets of building plans to the Engineering Dept. All building plans
must identify compliance with the following codes and requirements:
a) Plans for structures as per O.C.G.A § 43-4-14 must be stamped by a GA
licensed architect
b) State Fire Marshal Requirements, if applicable. Provide copy of State Fire
Marshal’s Office stamped plans, permit and comments – contact GA State
Fire Marshal’s Office for more information
c) 2006 International Building Code
d) 2006 International Fire Code
e) 2000 edition of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
f) 2002 edition of NFPA 13
g) 2006 International Plumbing Code
h) 2006 International Mechanical Code
i) 2008 International Electrical Code
j) 2006 International Gas Code
k) 2009 International Energy Conservation Code
4. A Building Permit is issued following:
a) Approval of site and building plans
b) Execution of all related agreements/documents
c) Payment of all fees – contact Engineering Dept. for fee schedule
d) Copy of contractor’s license and all related subcontractor’s licenses
e) Issuance of a “grading” permit and subsequent inspection/approval of
erosion control measures (when applicable)
f) Following the issuance of the building permit standard inspections are
performed as detailed on the building permit card. Upon satisfactory
completion of all inspections a CO is issued for each building. No
occupancy of any building shall take place prior to issuance of the CO.
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SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTERED ARCHITECT
CODE SECTION
43-4-14.
In order to safeguard health, safety, and welfare, no person shall be allowed to practice
architecture unless he or she has the qualifications and competency required by this
article.
The following structures do not require the seal of a registered architect:
One and two-family residences and domestic outbuildings regardless of cost;
Any building classified as an agricultural occupancy upon any farm for the use of
any farmer; any state owned farmer’s market;
Any building which is a single story building, not exceeding more than 5,000
square feet in area, except new or existing assembly occupancies, educational
occupancies, health care occupancies, correctional or detention facilities, hotels,
dormitories or lodging facilities, multifamily housing or apartment complexes,
and care facilities;
Pre-engineered buildings that are one story in height, except new or existing
assembly occupancies, educational occupancies, health care occupancies,
correctional or detention facilities, hotels, dormitories or lodging facilities,
multifamily housing or apartment complexes, care facilities, and facilities
classified as high hazard; provided, however, that the services of a duly registered
architect shall be required for the design of any business or mercantile
occupancies that exceed 5,000 square feet in area that are incidental to the
operation in such building; and
Nonload-bearing interior construction in existing or planned office structures
which were designed by a registered architect, where drawings and specifications
are prepared by a Georgia registered interior designer who also submits to the
responsible building official a notarized and signed statement on letterhead from a
person in a position of authority within the interior design firm certifying that the
plans and specifications as submitted are in full compliance with the current
building codes and regulations in effect.
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The following persons are exempt from registration as an architect in this state:
a) A nonresident who holds a license to practice architecture in the state or
country in which he or she resides and holds an NCARB certificate, but
who is not registered in this state, may offer architectural services in a
response to a request for qualifications, an interview, or a design
competition only. Any registration as an architect in Georgia;
b) An employee of a registered architect or firm under subsection (b) of Code
Section 43-4-10 who is not in charge of design or supervision and who
works under the supervision of a registered architect;
c) An employee of the United States government while working in the scope
of his or her employment for the United States government; and
d) A registered professional engineer or his or her employee or subordinate
under his or her responsible supervising control may perform architectural
services which are incidental to such engineering practice; provided,
however, that no professional engineer shall practice architecture or use
the designation “architect” or any term derived there-from unless
registered under this article.
Nothing in this article shall be construed to prohibit interior designers from
performing services.
Nothing in this article shall be construed to prohibit a general contractor for
construction from offering to perform a design-build contract; provided, however,
that such offer shall clearly indicate at the time of such offer that all design
services shall be performed by a duly licensed and registered architect or engineer
in compliance with all other provisions.
Nothing in this article shall be construed to mean that pre-design services, as
defined in Code section 50-22-7, are required to be performed exclusively by
architects.
Nothing in this article shall be construed to mean that construction contract
administration services are required to be performed exclusively by architects.
Generally, architects shall be used for the design of building projects and engineers shall
be used for other projects such as the design of utilities, civil engineer designs, sewage
treatment plants, storage tanks, etc.
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BUILDING AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
IN GENERAL
The following technical building and construction codes as set forth in O.C.G.A.
8-2-20 codes are adopted by reference as the official codes of the city and may be
amended for later editions as required by the Georgia Uniform codes Act,
O.C.G.A. 8-2-25:
International Building Code, 2006 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
International Residential Code, 2006 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
International Plumbing Code, 2006 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
International Mechanical Code, 2006 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
International Fuel Gas Code, 2006 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
National Electrical Code, 2008 Edition, with Georgia Amendments
International Energy Conservation Code, 2009 Edition, w/ Georgia
Supplements and Amendments
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STATE CONTRACTOR’S LICENSE REQUIREMENT
A State License is required for the following construction trades, Residential Contractors
and General Contractors
1. Residential/Basic Contractors
2. Residential/Light Commercial Contractors
3. General Contractors
4. Conditioned Air Contractors
5. Electrical Contractors
6. Plumbing Contractors
7. Low-Voltage Contractors
8. Utilities Contractors
Per 43-14 of Georgia State Codes
Proof of a State Contractor’s License is required before any construction type
permits will be issued by the City of Statesboro.
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Stamped Drawings Required
Per O.C.G.A. 43-4-14
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CITY OF STATESBORO
LAND CLEARING AND TREE PROTECTION ORDINANCE
A copy of the Tree Ordinance is available online at www.statesboroga.gov or at
the Engineering Department in City Hall.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Each new development shall provide a Greenspace Plan. Such plan shall include
a Tree Protection Plan and a Tree Establishment Plan. Such plans shall conform to the
standards and requirements of said ordinance. A permit is required before any clearing or
grading is performed.
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CITY OF STATESBORO
DRAINAGE, SOIL EROSION, SEDIMENTATION & POLLUTION CONTROL
ORDINANCE/FLOOD PLAIN DAMAGE PREVENTION ORDINANCE
A copy of these ordinances can be obtained from the Engineering Department in
City Hall or online at www.statesboroga.net
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
To provide documentation, unless otherwise exempted, which demonstrates that a
proposed development will not endanger the public health, safety or welfare of the
citizens of Statesboro with regards to storm water drainage, flood plain encroachment or
soil erosion. Plans shall conform to the standards and requirements of said ordinances.
Note: Where applicable, a building permit will not be issued until a land
disturbing activity permit has been issued and all
erosion/sedimentation control measures have been inspected and
approved by an authorized representative of the City Engineering
Department.
Ch. 38 Article 3 Drainage Control
Ch. 38 Article 5 Soil Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution Control Ordinance
Ch. 46 Article 5 Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
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SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
BUILDING PERMIT FEES
VALUE OF PROJECT:
$1,000 and less No fee, unless inspection is required, in which case a
$35.00 fee for each inspection shall be required
$1,000 to $100,000 $35.00 for first $1,000 plus $6.00 for each additional
thousand or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000
$100,000 to $500,000 $629.00 for first $100,000 plus $4.00 for each additional
thousand or fraction thereof, to and including $500,000
$500,000 and up $2,229.00 for the first $500,000 plus $3.00 for each
additional thousand or fraction thereof
ELECTRICAL PERMITS
(Per size of service)
60 to 100 AMP MAIN SWITCH $31.50
101 to 200 AMP MAIN SWITCH $52.50
201 to 400 AMP MAIN SWITCH $84.00
401 to 600 AMP MAIN SWITCH $115.50
601 to 800 AMP MAIN SWITCH $210.00
801 to 1200 AMP MAIN SWITCH $315.00
1201 to 2000 AMP MAIN SWITCH $472.50
2001 to 4000 AMP MAIN SWITCH $1,050.00
Each circuit connected in panel (in use) shall be $3.00 in addition to the above charges.
Minimum inspection charges on any job will be $35.00
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PLUMBING PERMITS
$6.00 per fixture + $35.00 Inspection
Minimum permit charge shall be $35.00
HVAC PERMITS
$9.00 per ton (condensing unit) or $20.00 per 50,000 to 100,000 BTU heating and an
additional $20.00 for every 100,000 after that.
Minimum permit charge shall be $35.00
OTHER PERMITS
Subdivision Permit (Commercial and Residential) - $150.00
Demolition Permit - $75.00 (per structure)
Moving Permit - $100.00 (per structure)
Driveway Permit - $35.00 (in accordance with the City of Statesboro Access Control and
Driveway Standards and Specifications, 1997)
Land Disturbing Activity Permit - $40.00 per disturbed acre*
*This does not include application fee*
Street Excavation & Work in Right of Way Permit - $35.00
INSPECTIONS
First Inspection - $35.00
Second Inspection - $50.00
Third Inspection - $75.00
Fourth Inspection and up - $100.00
Inspection rate for inspections of mobile homes, factory built homes and relocated site
built homes - $50.00 + (Federal Government Mileage Rate per mile traveled outside
jurisdiction)
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MISCELLANIOUS FEES
Application Fee for Land Disturbing Permit - $40.00
Plan Review Fee for Building Permits – 10% of Building Permit Fee
*Single Family Building Permit Exempt*
Flood Plain Management Ordinance - $10.00
Soil Erosion & Sedimentation Control Ordinance - $10.00
Tree Ordinance - $10.00
Tree Species List - $10.00
Access Control and Driveway Standards Specifications -$10.00
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DRIVEWAY PIPE – PRICE LIST
Size Price per Foot Standard 16’
15” $17.95 $307.30
18” $20.16 $345.14
24” $24.45 $418.58
$9.00 per foot for Labor/Material/Dirt – (11/23/09)
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THE STATESBORO-BULLOCH COUNTY TRANSFER STATION
May 15, 2000
The City of Statesboro operates the Transfer Station located on Lakeview Road. All
material brought to the transfer station including household garbage, wood, dirt, metals
and concrete must be separated to be dumped in the designated areas. Vehicles carrying
mixed loads will be turned away.
Effective Monday, September 17, 1990, all vehicles transporting trash, garbage, refuse or
other debris to the landfill through the City of Statesboro will be required to comply with
the following ordinance.
Sec. 66-12. Transportation of trash, garbage, refuse.
(a) All persons hauling or transporting trash, garbage, refuse or other debris to
the City landfill shall transport same in such a way as to prevent trash,
leaves, limbs, paper, garbage, refuse or other debris from falling from a
vehicle transporting the same or from blowing off of the vehicles so as to
fall in the public streets of the City or in the ditches or yards adjacent to
such streets.
(b) Such material being transported to the transfer station shall be packed in
the vehicle transporting it so that it will not fall off or blow out and, if
necessary, it shall be covered so as to prevent littering of the street and
yards of the City.
Sec. 66-29. Construction Sites and Demolition Sites.
All construction and demolition contractors shall provide on-site refuse
receptacles.
This Ordinance shall be applicable at any place in the limits of the City of Statesboro and
shall apply to vehicles from out of the limits of the City transporting material through the
City of Statesboro to the City landfill area.
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SOLID WASTE TRANSFER FACILITY
WASTE SEPARATION REGULATIONS
Effective October 1, 1997, all customers and haulers bringing waste into the City of
Statesboro/Bulloch County Solid Waste Transfer Facility are hereby advised of the
following rules:
1. Tires shall be separated from other waste and placed in the tire disposal area by the
customer/hauler or the load will be considered a special waste and charged a special
handling fee of $50.00 per ton for the entire load or returned to customer.
2. Metal and white goods must be separated from all other refuse and recycled. All
metal shall be unloaded in the designated area by the hauler/customer.
3. All metals from construction and or demolition shall be separated from all other waste
for recycling. Any construction and or demolition waste received that contains metal
that is not separated, shall be charged a special handling fee of $50.00 per ton for the
entire load or returned to customer. This is not a option for the customer to not
separate.
4. Concrete from construction or demolition should be separated from the other waste
debris for disposal in the inert landfill.
5. State Law requires that all yard waste be separated from all other waste. The City of
Statesboro/Bulloch County recycle this waste. Therefore, all yardwaste shall be free
of any other material other natural vegetation growth. The hauler/customer is required
to unload this waste in the designated area of the Solid Waste Facility. Free mulch is
available to the Public at no charge. Any unseparated waste loads will be charged a
special load charge of $50.00 per ton instead of $13.65 or returned to customer.
6. Special wastes such as sludges, medical waste (over 100 lbs./month), bio medical
waste, industrial waste, regulated institutional waste (Nursing Homes, Hospitals, etc.),
residue from incineration, food processing waste, dredging materials or any discarded
waste other than those typically found in household commercial, or municipal refuse
shall not be accepted for disposal at all.
7. Bulk animal manure maybe accepted at the Facility Operator’s discretion.
8. Non-friable asbestos generated from a residence, maybe accepted in bulk or double
bag form, in accordance with all State and Federal Regulations.
Friable-asbestos cannot be processed through this facility.
9. No hazardous waste will be accepted.
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KNOW IT SO YOU DON’T GET NAILED
Georgia’s NEW Call-Before-You Dig Law went into effect April 4, 1990. Any
contractors who violate it cannot only be fined, they could be charged for any damage
they do.
THE NEW LAW INCLUDES THESE IMPORTANT POINTS:
You must call during UPC business days Monday thru Friday (excluding
holidays) during business hours, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
You must call 48 hours before you excavate and tell us where the excavation will
take place; the name, address and phone number of the company or person
excavating, the type of excavation and the date you will start.
If the excavation is not finished within 21 days, a restake notice must be given no
later than 14 days from the day you first notified us.
If you find you must blast after notice is given, you must call back to update your
location request or ‘ticket’.
This applies to all mechanized equipment, from drag line to pile drivers.
All gas, telephone, cable TV utility services in the state are considered
owner/operator and are required to be a UPC member.
Violators can be fined up to $10,000 per violation, plus the cost of replacing or
repairing damaged facilities and any injury to persons or property.
CALL ‘811’ OR 1-800-282-7411 48 HOURS BEFORE YOU DIG TO BE IN FULL
COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW ALL CONTRACTORS, HOMEOWNERS,
EXCAVATORS BEFORE YOU BLAST, BORE, DIG, DEMOLISH, DRILL OR
TRENCH
TO VIEW THE COMPLETE GEORGIA UTILITY FACILITY PROTECTION
ACT VISIT THE UTILITIES PROTECTION CENTER WEB SITE AT:
WWW.GAUPC.COM
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CALL THE CITY OF STATESBORO
(912) 764-5468 OR 764-0693
MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR THE NATURAL GAS
DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF STATESBORO, GEORGIA
EFFECTIVE MAY 5, 2009
Tap Fees
1. Residential and Small Commercial:
Tap fees are $150.00 and can be reduced based upon appliance usage. (See
attached tap application form). Tap fees include 100 feet of service line and
standard meter set.
*Additional service line $3.00 per foot
*Additional boring $8.00 per foot
2. Large Commercial and Industrial:
Tap fees are based pm a 3-year payback method (see example below)
Customer pays all costs above 3-year payback or $150.00 which ever is greater.
Cost of Installation: $5,000.00
*Estimated volumes for 3 years X $2.00 per unit (2000 X $2.00) = -4,000.00
Customer would pay: $1,000.00
*Estimated volumes are calculated by using information provided
by the customer and comparison with similar customers.
Deposits
$85.00 Residential Customers (Deposits may be waived if submitting a letter of credit)
The Customer Service Manager will determine deposits for Small Commercial,
Commercial HLF and Interruptible Customers.
Service Fees
$15.00 Standard Service Fee for all customer types
Base Charges
1. Residential $6.00
2. Small Commercial $10.00
3. Commercial HLF $25.00
4. Interruptible & GSU $250.00
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Gas Charges
All gas rates: Residential, Commercial, Commercial HLF and Interruptible are based
on formulas developed by the Municipal Gas Authority. They account for Variable
Costs, which is the cost of gas; Fixed Costs, which is transportation, demand, and fuel
charges from the pipeline company; and City Distribution Costs. These three
components when added together give the total cost for gas to each customer class.
(See examples of each rate attached.)
Miscellaneous Material and Labor Charges
Cost plus 30% will be charged for all materials sold to the public
Two-Man Service Crew and Truck $55.00 per hour
Backhoe and Operator $65.00 per hour
Supervisor and Truck $35.00 per hour
Laborer $16.00 per hour
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STATESBORO NATURAL GAS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Residential Rebate Program - $600.00 Maximum Rebate Per Unit
Gas Advantage Rebate $600.00 (Must include gas heat, hot water heater and a third appliance or stub out)
Water Heater Rebate $300.00 (Or customer can receive a FREE 40-gallon water heater)
Tankless Water Heater Rebate $400.00
Gas Logs, Ranges, Dryers and Space Heater $50.00
(For each appliance installed)
Gas Lights $150.00
(Any customer wanting to install a gaslight may purchase one at cost
From the City and the City will pay for the installation costs up to $150.00)
Gas Central Heating or Piping System $200.00 (This can be one large heater or a grouping of heaters)
Commercial Rebate Program - $2,500.00 Maximum Rebate
Same as Residential Rebate Program except for cases where specialized
equipment is used. In this situation, rebates can be calculated at $50.00 per
100,000 BTU’s of connected load.
Large Commercial and Industrial Rebate Program
These rebates will be determined by the City Manager and Natural Gas Director
on an as needed basis by evaluating gas consumption and alternate fuel
competition.
Developer’s Rebate Program
Any developer that constructs a new subdivision that is served by Statesboro
Natural Gas, can elect to receive any rebates paid out for houses in that
subdivision. In return, he must agree in writing to require that all new homes
constructed have at lease one major gas appliance (i.e. gas heat or water heater).
These rebates will be determined by the City Manager and Natural Gas Director.
The homeowner will receive no rebates if the City has signed an agreement with
the developer.
Note: All persons applying for rebates must do so within thirty-days (30) of appliance
installation. All rebates are subject to available funding and may be changed, reduced or
eliminated at any time by authority of the Mayor and City Council.
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WATER & SEWER DEPARTMENT
The City of Statesboro Water System is made up of 5 wells capable of pumping
7.5 million gallons of potable water per day. There are 94+/- miles of 1” through 12”
water lines on the system. The individual customer total is approximately 13,000 +/-.
The City of Statesboro Sewer and Wastewater System is made up of 92 +/- miles
of 8”-32” sewer mains and an existing 10 million gallons per day Wastewater Treatment
Plant. The individual customer total is approximately 13,000 +/-.
All system improvements, which generally consist of at lease 6-inch water main
or 8” sewer mains, are required to enter into an agreement with the City to ensure that the
line or lines are designed and installed correctly. As-built drawings are to be provided to
the City and the Developer pays to have these put on our Master Drawings. A $2,500.00
bond or letter credit is used for this.
Also, development which is to be connected to the sewer system will be required
to pay an Aid-To-Construction fee (ATC). This fee is based on the average wastewater
flow from a particular use of building and will be used to pay some of the construction
cost on the new addition to the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant. All new buildings or
changes in use which increase the sewage demand are subject to the ATC fee.
Contact the City Engineering Department for a list of average sewage demands
used to calculate the ATC fee or for a copy of the Aid-To-Construction Ordinance.
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INDUSTRIAL SEWER PERMIT APPLICATION
A. General Information:
1. Company Name:____________________________________________________
2. Mailing Address:____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
3. Location Address:___________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
I certify that all sewer discharge from the said location, (home/business) is of a
domestic nature.
_________________________________ ______________________________
Printed Name Signature
(If sewage is of a domestic nature, please omit the balance of this particular application.)
4. Standard Industrial Classification Code:__________________________________
5. Federal S.I.C. No.:___________________________________________________
6. Contact Official:
Name: ____________________________________________________________
Title: ____________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Phone: ( )_____________________________________________________
B. Plant Operations Characteristics:
1. Give a brief description of manufacturing or service activity on the premises:
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
2. What are the principal raw materials used?
___________________________________________________________________
3. What are your principal products or services?
(Use Standard Industrial Classification Manual if appropriate)
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
4. What is the average rate of production for products manufactured at this location?
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
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5. For discharge to the Sanitary Sewer System is there any wastewater treatment
equipment or processes in use? If so, describe.
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
6. List average and maximum volume of discharge to the City’s Sanitary Sewer
System.
Average Maximum
Domestic or Sanitary Sewage ___________ ___________ Gallons per day
Cooling Water ___________ ___________ Gallons per day
Boiler Blowdown ___________ ___________ Gallons per day
Process Water ___________ ___________ Gallons per day
Including Cleanup ___________ ___________ Gallons per day
(Provide a copy of a Certified Analysis of your wastewater)
7. Are there any batch discharges from your protection process to the City’s Sanitary
Sewer System? If so,
a. What is the frequency of discharge?
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
b. What is the average volume of each discharge?
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
c. Describe the Nature of Characteristics of Wastewater discharge?
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
8. List all plant sewer outlets, including pipe size (inches), and rate of flow
(gallons per day). Attach and refer to a sketch of your discharge system.
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
9. Indicate on your sketch a location where your wastewater discharge to the Sanitary
Sewage System can be monitored.
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10. State the minimum, average and maximum concentration of all pollutants listed in
the City of Statesboro’s Industrial Pretreatment Ordinance.
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
11. Are there any sludge or residual liquid wastes generated by your production process
or waste treatment facilities? If so, give a brief characterization of the sludge or
waste and disposal method.
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
The information contained in this questionnaire is complete and accurate.
______________________________________________________
Signature of Official
______________________________________________________
Name of Official (Please type or print)
______________________________________________________
Title
________________________ ( )___________________
Date Phone Number
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WATER AND SEWER TAP FEES
(EFFECTIVE December 1, 2011)
Inside City Outside City
Rate Rate
4” Sewer (In R-6;R-8;R-10;R-15;R-20 $ 200.00 $ 300.00
R-30;R-40 or R-3 Districts if
Installed by the Developer)
4” Sewer $ 600.00 $ 900.00
6” Sewer $ 1,190.00 $ 1,785.00
8” Sewer $ 2,975.00 $ 4,463.00
¾” Water (In R-6;R-8;R-10;R-15;R-20 $ 950.00 $ 1,428.00
R-30;R-40 or R-3 Districts if
Installed by the Developer)
¾” Water $ 1,220.00 $ 1,825.00
1” Water $ 1,520.00 $ 2,280.00
1½ Water $ 2,740.00 $ 4,110.00
2” Water $ 3,800.00 $ 5,700.00
3” Water $ 5,320.00 $ 7,895.00
4” Water $ 8,365.00 $12,550.00
6” Water $12,930.00 $19,390.00
8” Water $19,010.00 $28,515.00
10” Water $23,575.00 $35,360.00
FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS FEES:
Monthly Fire Service Fee:
Residential, Commercial and Industrial within the FIRE SERVICE DISTRICT
$12.50 per inch of diameter of the Fire Service Supply Line.
Residential, Commercial and Industrial outside the FIRE SERVICE DISTRICT
$15.00 per inch of diameter of the Fire Service Supply
Governmental within the FIRE SERVICE DISTRICT
$17.50 per inch of diameter of the Fire Service Line
Governmental outside of the FIRE SERVICE DISTRICT
$20.00 per inch of diameter of Fire Service Line
TEMPORARY WATER SERVICE FROM FIRE HYDRANTS:
1. A refundable security deposit of $700.00 per meter set will be charged.
2. A one-time $60.00 service fee to set each meter will be charged.
3. Actual water usage will be charged and billed using the applicable water rate schedule
as determined by the Water/Sewer Superintendent.
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SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR THE WATER AND
WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF STATESBORO, GEORGIA
December 1, 2011
WATER AND SEWER RATES:
1) Water and Sewer Residential Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $6.50/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.35 per 1,000 gal
20-49,000 gallons at $2.60 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $3.15 per 1,000 gal
Base Charge Sewer = $6.50/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.70 per 1,000 gal
10-49,000 gallons at $2.80 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $2.90 per 1,000 gal
2) Water Only Residential Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.35 per 1,000 gal
20-49,000 gallons at $2.60 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $3.15 per 1,000 gal
3) Water Only Irrigation Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.35 per 1,000 gal
20-49,000 gallons at $2.60 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $3.15 per 1,000 gal
4) Sewer Only Residential Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.70 per 1,000 gal
10-49,000 gallons at $2.80 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $2.90 per 1,000 gal
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INDUSTRIAL RATES INSIDE CITY LIMITS:
5) Water and Sewer Industrial Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $6.50/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.35 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $2.45 per 1,000 gal
Base Charge Sewer = $6.50/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.70 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.80 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $2.90 per 1,000 gal
6) Water Only Industrial Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.35 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $2.45 per 1,000 gal
7) Sewer Only Industrial Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Sewer = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.70 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.80 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $2.90 per 1,000 gal
8) Water and Sewer Commercial Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $6.50/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.35 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $2.45 per 1,000 gal
Base Charge Sewer = $6.50/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.70 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.80 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $2.90 per 1,000 gal
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9) Water Only Commercial Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.35 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $2.45 per 1,000 gal
10) Sewer Only Commercial Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Sewer = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.70 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.80 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $2.90 per 1,000 gal
GOVERNMENTAL RATES INSIDE CITY LIMITS:
(COUNTY: STATE: FEDERAL ENTITIES: SCHOOL BOARDS: BOARD
OF REGENTS)
11) Water and Sewer Commercial and Governmental Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $9.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.70 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.85 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $3.00 per 1,000 gal
Base Charge Sewer = $9.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $3.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $3.40 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $3.55 per 1,000 gal
12) Water Only Governmental Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $18.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $2.70 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $2.85 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $3.00 per 1,000 gal
13) Sewer Only Governmental Customers Inside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $18.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $3.25 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $3.40 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $3.55 per 1,000 gal
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14) Water and Sewer Residential Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $4.50 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $4.70 per 1,000 gal
20-49,000 gallons at $5.20 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $6.30 per 1,000 gal
Base Charge Sewer = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $5.40 per 1,000 gal
10-49,000 gallons at $5.60 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $5.80 per 1,000 gal
15) Water Only Residential Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $26.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $4.50 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $4.70 per 1,000 gal
20-49,000 gallons at $5.20 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $6.30 per 1,000 gal
16) Water Only Irrigation Outside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $26.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $4.50 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $4.70 per 1,000 gal
20-49,000 gallons at $5.20 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $6.30 per 1,000 gal
17) Sewer Only Residential Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge Sewer = $26.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $5.40 per 1,000 gal
10-49,000 gallons at $5.60 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 49,000 gal at $5.80 per 1,000 gal
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INDUSTRIAL RATES OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS:
18) Water and Sewer Industrial Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $12.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $4.30 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $4.50 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $4.70 per 1,000 gal
Base Charge Sewer = $12.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $5.20 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $5.40 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $5.60 per 1,000 gal
19) Water Only Industrial Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $24.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $4.30 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $4.50 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $4.70 per 1,000 gal
20) Sewer Only Industrial Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $24.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $5.20 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $5.40 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $5.60 per 1,000 gal
COMMERCIAL RATES OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS:
21) Water and Sewer Commercial Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge Water = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $4.50 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $4.70 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $4.80 per 1,000 gal
Base Charge Sewer = $13.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $5.40 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $5.60 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $5.80 per 1,000 gal
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22) Water Only Commercial Outside City Limits:
Base Charge = $26.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $4.50 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $4.70 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $4.80 per 1,000 gal
23) Sewer Only Commercial Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge = $26.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $5.40 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $5.60 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $5.80 per 1,000 gal
GOVERNMENTAL RATES OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS:
(County: State: Federal Entities: School Boards: Board of Regents)
24) Water and Sewer Governmental Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge = $18.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $5.40 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $5.70 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $6.00 per 1,000 gal
Base Sewer Charge = $18.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $6.50 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $6.80 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $7.10 per 1,000 gal
25) Water Only Governmental Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge = $36.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $5.40 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $5.70 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $6.00 per 1,000 gal
26) Sewer Only Governmental Customers Outside City Limits:
Base Charge = $36.00/Month
0-9,000 gallons at $6.50 per 1,000 gal
10-19,000 gallons at $6.80 per 1,000 gal
ALL OVER 19,000 gal at $7.10 per 1,000 gal
NOTE: BASE CHARGES FOR ACCOUNTS SERVED BY A MASTER WATER METER
shall be calculated by multiplying the number of entities served times the appropriate
Base Charge.
Example:
20 apartments on water and sewer Inside City: 20 X $12.50 = $250.00 Base Charge
20 apartments on water only Inside City: 20 X $12.50 = $250.00 Base Charge
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NOTES:
1. On New Construction requiring extension of the City’s water and sewer mains, the
developer’s underground utility contractor shall make the required water and sewer
service taps and install water meters, meter boxes, backflow preventers, gate valves,
sewer tap saddles and sewer service lines.
2. Within residential subdivisions zoned R-6, R-8, R-10, R-15, R-20, R-30, R-40, or R-3
that require extension of the City’s water or sewer mains, the developer’s underground
utility contractor shall make the required water and sewer service taps and install
water meters, meter boxes, backflow preventers, gate valves, sewer service taps and
sewer service lines. In those residential subdivisions not developed using the City’s
Residential Subdivision Incentive Program, the Sewer Tap Fee shall be $200.00 and
the ¾” Water Tap Fee shall be $952.00 in recognition of the fact that the City’s costs
will have been decreased by the developer’s installation.
3. Tap Fees apply to all taps including those for Fire Sprinkler Systems.
4. The City shall supply Backflow Preventer for Fire Service Taps, to be installed by
Customers contractor and Customer shall be responsible for furnishing/installing
any required vault(s).
5. All water meters will be provided by the City.
6. On ¾” Water Tap the City shall furnish the meter box and backflow preventer as well
as the water meter.
7. In new developments, the developer shall be responsible for furnishing and installing
required backflow preventers, required by-passing piping, meter boxes and/or vaults
on all Water Taps 1” larger.
8. On Water Taps up to 2” in size, where City water mains are in existence, the City
Water Department shall tap the main and install the water meter and meter box. The
City shall furnish and install the backflow preventer on ¾” services only.
9. The Developer shall be responsible for furnishing and installing backflow preventers
and required boxes and/or vaults to accommodate the backflow preventer on taps
larger than ¾”.
10. On Sewer Taps up to 6”, where City sewer mains are in existence, the developer’s
contractor shall excavate the City Sewer main to allow City Water/Sewer personnel
to physically tap the sewer main and install the appropriate sewer tap saddle. The
Contractor shall be responsible for installing the sewer service lateral and all backfill
and street repairs.
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SEPTIC SEWER FEES:
Fees for Approved Septic Tank Haulers:
Regular/Single Family Septic Fee $65.00 per 1,000 gallons of Truck Tank Capacity
Grease Trap Grey Water Septic Tank $65.00 per 1,000 gallons of Truck Tank Capacity
or 1,000 gallons of Discharge to System
Fees for Portable Toilets $37.50 per Load or portion thereof
(Maximum of 500 gallons per load)
WATER TESTING FEE:
For City of Statesboro Water Customers No Charge
For All Others $100.00
RETURN TRIP SERVICE FEE:
There will be a $40.00 fee for each additional trip that service personnel have to make to
turn water service on, where the meter indicates that water may be flowing in the house
and no one is at home to turn the water off. Under these circumstances, the City
personnel have no choice but to cut the service back off to protect from possible flooding
of the building. They then must return at a later time to cut the service back on.
Water Service Fee $25.00
Gas Service Fee $25.00
Account Establishment Fee $30.00
Collection Fee (Non-payment) $50.00
Seasonal Gas Reconnect Fee $55.00
5 Day Cleaning Turn On Fee $42.10 plus consumption
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CITY OF STATESBORO
SPECIFICATIONS
WATER SPECIFICATIONS:
1. Water mains 4’ and larger shall be C-900 class 150 PVC.
2. Water mains 2” shall be SDR 21 class 200 or PE CTS 200 PSIG tubing
required under pavement.
3. All service tubing shall be PE CTS 200 PSIG or greater (w/plastic inserts).
4. All 4” or larger valves shall be M&H resilient seat, M.J. gate valves or equal
(to be approved by Water, Sewer Department).
5. All 2” valves shall be Stockham (B-103) or Milwaukee (105) gate valve.
6. All valves boxes shall be cast iron screw top.
7. All valve boxes must have concrete pads a minimum of 18”X18”X4” or
precast or concrete ring.
8. In subdivision (residential or commercial) developments, all water services
will be 1” or greater.
9. All meter boxes shall be heavy-duty plastic w/ cast iron lid and w/ cast reader
lid or cast iron yoke box. See attached detail.
10. All pipe fittings shall be compression, threaded or M.J. The City will not
accept any plastic threaded fittings (or glue fittings) of any kind.
11. All service brass shall be Ford, Mueller, McDonald or Hayes.
12. All water meters shall be Sensus Water Meters. All meters will be provided by
the City of Statesboro when tap fees are paid.
13. On 1-1/2” lines and up, contractors must install double check valve assembly,
except where an RPZ is required. (A hand valve is required on customer’s side
of the meter).
14. All water taps to be tapping saddle and corp. stop.
15. All fire hydrants shall be M&H model 129, 3-way, brass seat, 4-1/2” valve
opening minimum, 3-1/2” bury, M.J. foot, two (2) 2-1/2” hose nozzle, one (1)
4-1/2” pumper nozzle.
16. All fire hydrant sets require isolation valves, (M&H or Clow). See attached
detail.
17. All valves and hydrants must be rodded using ¾” threaded rod.
18. All fittings and hydrants must be blocked with a proper thrust block or proper
restraints.
19. Gravel must be placed under and around weep holes of fire hydrant.
20. All materials must be American Water Works Association (AWWA) approved.
21. Water main pipe should be blue in color; force main pipe should be white or
brown in color.
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SEWER REQUIREMENTS:
1. All pipe 8” or larger shall be SDR-26 slip joint (gasket) PVC.
2. The City will only maintain 8” sewer lines and larger.
3. All sewer manholes shall be precast concrete w/ boots
(traffic model ring and cover).
4. Sewer lines must be laid by laser.
5. Mandrell to be passed through all sewer lines under supervision of City.
6. Tapping saddles that are PVC will not be accepted, Romac saddle or equal.
7. See attached detail for installation instructions.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Detectable line marking tape shall be used on all lines; water lines shall have tape marked
“Warning Water Line”, sewer lines shall have tape marked “Warning Sewer Line”, all
tape to be placed a minimum of 18” above liens. (Force mains shall have marking tape
placed on pipe and placed a minimum of 18” above pipe.) Number 12 insulated solid
copper wire will be run in ditch with all pressure lines to be extended (solid) out of
ground at each hydrant and at each valve box. (All copper wire connections are to be
made with waterproof splicing kit.) All sewer and water service laterals will have #12
insulated solid copper wire installed with service and stubbed up at end of service on
metal post.
1. Locate all sewer lines in front of buildings where elevations permit.
2. Locate all sewer manholes where they will be accessible with truck mounted
cleaning equipment.
3. No water or sewer mains shall be closer than 15 feet of a building or structure.
4. The above is due to the type of maintenance equipment used by the City of
Statesboro.
5. All materials to be inspected by the City before construction begins.
6. All lines must be inspected by the City before acceptance.
7. Pressure test on water mains are required on all installations (150 PSI for 2hrs)
8. Pressure test on force mains are required on all installations (100 PSI for 2hrs)
9. Hot taps 4” and larger are to be made using stainless steel wrap around saddle,
tested at 150 PSIG for 30 minutes.
10. All water and sewer mains that are to be owned and maintained by the City of
Statesboro shall have 20’ dedicated easement.
11. Sewer and Water main will not be accepted without an approved set of as-built
drawings.
12. Any connection to City water mains for fire sprinkler, irrigation or domestic
use will have a backflow preventer device (must be approved by the Water
Sewer Department).
13. All meters and backflow preventers 3” and above will have a bypass with a
backflow preventer.
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14. All 3” and larger meter installations will conform to attached vault detail; this
also includes fire system installations.
15. The City Water Sewer Department has the right to reject any material that is
deemed unacceptable.
16. The City Water Sewer Department requires a videotape of all new sewer main
installations.
17. All water and sewer line installations for the City of Statesboro will be
performed by a Georgia Certified Underground Utility Contractor.
18. See attached detail (on commercial and residential development) for locations
of water and sewer mains, services and fire hydrants on the right-of-way.
Sewer will be on easement adjacent to the right-of-way.
19. Sewer and water services will be no more than 9” from back of curb to allow
for other utility installation.
20. Number 12 insulated solid copper wire on force main should be brought up
every 1,000 feet in CI valve box marked “Sewer” on lid.
21. Water main pipe should be blue in color; force main pipe should be white or
brown in color.
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