Get NY Application For Exemption From Water And Wastewater Charges 2022-2024

The sewer rate is set at 159% of the water charges. As of July 1, 2023, water costs $4.49 per 100 cubic feet (748 gallons) and the combined cost of water and sewer is $11.63 per 100 cubic feet. The minimum water and sewer charge per metered household remains at $1.27 per day.

All overdue water and sewer charges are considered a lien against your property. The City has the authority to sell this lien to a third party, or lienholder, in a process called a lien sale.

Benefits. LIHWAP is a benefit based on the actual amount of water and/or sewer arrears, up to a maximum of $2,500 per water or sewer provider, or $5,000 if water and sewer services are combined, per applicant household. Benefits are paid directly to the household's water and/or sewer vendor(s).

All overdue water and sewer charges are considered a lien against your property. The City has the authority to sell this lien to a third party, or lienholder, in a process called a lien sale.

Water: Water is normally included in monthly rent, but, if you have to pay for it separately, the average cost is $40 per month.

Customer disputes must be submitted to DEP in writing in order to begin the formal review process. Customers can do so by submitting a customer dispute form, by letter, email or using their My DEP Account. You are advised to pay all water and wastewater charges during the dispute resolution process.

water-saving toilets, showerheads and faucet aerators. Place a plastic bottle filled with water in your toilet tank if you cannot switch to a low-flow toilet. Turn off the faucet while shaving, washing your hands or brushing your teeth. Faucets use 2–3 gallons a minute.

Water Rates For the Fiscal Year that began on July 1, 2022, the metered rate for water is $4.30 per 100 cubic feet, and the combined water and sewer charge is $11.13 per 100 cubic feet. If you need additional information, please visit Customer Service.