What
fees are necessary for a water connection?
Fees are determined for each property based on a number
of factors, including meter
size, installation fees, general facilities charges, and
a local facilities charges. Contact Jan
McLean, the District’s Developer Extension Coordinator
at (425)392-4931, x212 in order to determine your specific
fees.
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How
do I determine whether or where there is water or sewer
in my area?
The
general public may request water and sewer information either
by phone, FAX (425)391-5389 or email to the District’s
GIS-mapping Department, or in person at our front counter.
Email Kevin DeRouen,
the District’s GIS Specialist, or contact him by phone
at (425)392-4931 x223.
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Whom
do I need to talk to about my project?
Depending
on the scope of your project, you will contact the following:
For
a single family dwelling contact Jan
McLean, the District’s Developer Extension Coordinator
at (425)392-4931, x212.
For
short plats or plats, contact Jay
Regenstreif, the District’s Planning Engineer at
(425)392-4931 x215.
For
projects currently in design, contact Lisa
Tobin, the District’s Engineering Manager at (425)392-4931
x233.
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How
long does it take for plans to be reviewed?
The
time frame for plans review is initiated with the payment
of proper fees. Once the process is initiated, plans review
normally is completed within three weeks.
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How
can I get information about projects in my area?
If you know the name of the project, you can read the
project description and get its status on the District
Engineering Report.
Or, if you don’t know the name of the project, find
the project location and identify the associated Project
ID number from the latest District Project
Map. You can then locate project information by Project
ID number in the District
Engineering Report.
For
further questions, contact Lisa
Tobin, the District’s Engineering Manager at (425)392-4931
x233.
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Am
I required to have a cross-connection device?
A cross-connection device may
or may not be required, depending on your type of service.
Cross-connection devices may include, but are not restricted
to, fire sprinklers, irrigation systems, and all commercial
facilities. All requirements for cross-connection devices
are ultimately determined by the District.
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Who
checks cross-connection facilities once they are installed?
All back-flow prevention tests must be performed by state
certified companies.
The tester needs to provide a certification report to the
District. Contact Chic
Nessly, Customer Service Team Leader at (425)392-4931
x213 for the latest District compliance standards for cross-connections.
A list of companies commonly used within the District is
available to the public. Contact the Billing
department for further information on the latest list.
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Can
I dump construction water into the sewer?
In general, no, but the District may allow discharge into
the sewer facilities under certain circumstances. In such
cases, dumping must occur under the direct observation
by a District employee.
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Whom
do I call if I have additional questions that are not covered
here?
We suggest that you call the District Reception desk at
(425)392-4931, and you will be directed to the proper qualified
individual who will try their best to answer your specific
question. If you would like to suggest changes or additions
to these Frequently Asked Questions, we would greatly appreciate
your input. Our goal is to serve you better. Please email
suggestions to Kevin DeRouen,
or call him at (425)392-4931 x223. Thanks.
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