Utilities Connection Permit Process

Contact an approved utility connection contractor (see document below) to arrange a connection to the water supply, stormwater or wastewater systems. The approved contractor will apply for a Utility Connection Permit on your behalf.

From 17 July 2024, all new applications for a service connection, such as a utility connection for water will be assessed to see if they need to pay development contributions – fees payable to the council to fund the infrastructure required across the District to support growth such as new roads, pathways, pipes, and parks.  If the service connection is part of a new building project, there may be no change to the assessment that has been made as part of the applications associated with the project.

If development contributions are required they must be paid before you begin works associated with your service connection.

Find out more about development contributions.