Did you know that in some locations properties with rooftops and impervious pavement are subject to municipal stormwater fees? If you are in an area with a municipal stormwater utility, your monthly bill likely includes a stormwater fee.
The purpose of stormwater fees reflect a municipality’s cost to operate and maintain operation stormwater infrastructure and employ personnel. Fees are determined by the total square footage of your property that is impervious (e.g. roof, driveway, and parking lot).
Did you know that you may be able to reduce this monthly stormwater fee? In some areas, residents and commercial property owners may qualify for a stormwater credit if green infrastructure projects are implemented to reduce the quantity of stormwater running off the property and/or to improve the quality of the stormwater reaching surface waters. Read more.