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EXHIBIT C
MID VALLEY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Adopted by the Board of Directors
Resolution No. 1, Series of 1991
Dated September 17, 1991
Revised Printing November 12, 1998
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4/21/92 No. 2, Series of 1992 8.04
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11/16/93 No. 4, Series of 1993 7.04
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5/21/96 No. 5, Series of 1996 Article 8
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MID YAIJ.EY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
Rules and Regulations Amendments
Resolution Number
No. 12, Series of 1996
No. 13, Series of 1996
No. 14, Series of 1996
No. 2, Series of 1997
No. 3, Series of 1997
No. 4, Series of 1997
No. 7, Series of 1997
No. 8,Seriesofl997
No. 5, Series of 1998
No. 6, Series of 1998
No: 7, Seriesofl998
No. 8, Series of 1998
No.9,Seriesofl998
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Sections
4.03, 5.06, 7.04, 7.09, 7.10,
7.12, and 7.17
7.16
7.10
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6.01, 6.03, and 8.02
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7.04 and 7.06
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7.03, 7.04, 7.06, 7.09(D) and (E),
7.10, 7.12, 7.13, 7.15, 7.16, 7.17,
and Appendix A
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ARTICLE I General Page 1
ARTICLE II Definitions Page 3
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ARTICLE III Ownership and Operation ofFacilities Page 9
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ARTICLE IV Use of Public Water System Page 11 . i
ARTICLEV Use of Public Sewer System Page 16
l ARTICLE VI Application for Service Page23
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-Fees and Charges Page28
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ARTICLE VIII -Main Line Extensions Page37
ARTICLE IX Extension Fees and Reimbursements Page42
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ARTICLEX Water Right Dedication Requirements Page44
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ARTICLE XI Raw Water Irrigation Page47
APPENDIX A
-EQR Schedule PageA-1
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-Form Reimbursement Agreement Page C-1
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ARTICLE I
SCOPE: These Rules and Regulations shall govern the operations and functions of
the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
PURPOSE: The purpose of these Rules and Regulations is to provide for the
administration and operation of the water and sewer systems of the Mid Valley
Metropolitan District.
POLICY: The Rules and Regulations hereinafter set forth will serve the public in
securing the health, safety, prosperity, security, and general welfare of the inhabitants
of the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
PENALTY: Unless otherwise specifically stated, the penalty for violation of any of
these Rules and Regulations shall be a fine of $250 for each day the violation
continues. In addition, the violator shall be liable for reimbursement to the District
of any and all actual costs and/or damages the District may incur as a result of the
violation .
DISTRICT ACTION AT CUSTOMER EXJ>ENSE: The Rules and Regulations of
the District require District Customers to take certain actions at their own expense.
In the event that a Customer fails or refuses to take such action, the District shall mail
a written notice to the Customer or the owner of the property on which District
service is or will be received. The notice shall request that the required action be
taken within the time specified in the applicable Rule or Regulation or, if no time is
Specified in the Rules and Regulations, then within a reasonable time as set forth in
the notice. If the Customer still has not taken the required action within the allotted
time, the District shall take the required action and bill the expense to the Customer.
The District shall be entitled to pursue all remedies granted to it by these Rules and
Regulations and Colorado law for collection of the amounts due to it for taking such
required actions on behalf of the Customer.
WAIVER FOR CAUSE: At its sole discretion, the Board of Directors may waive or
modify any requirement, penalty, or liability for costs imposed by these Rules and
Regulations. Such waiver or modification shall be only for good cause shown in a
written application to the Board and must not cause the applicant or District to violate
any federal, state, or local laws. Good cause shown. shall include but not be limited
to:
(A) Evidence that strict enforcement of the requirement, penalty, or liability would
result in severe hardship, financial or otherwise, which would outweigh the
benefits to the District from such strict enforcement; or
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(B) Evidence that the applicant will provide or has provided a benefit or benefits
to the District which will outweigh the positive impacts of strict enforcement.
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Unless the context indicates otherwise, the meaning of tenns used herein shall be as follows:
ACJTJAL COST: All direct costs applicable to the construction of a given facility,
including surveys, construction, preliminary and design engineering, inspection,
administrative and legal costs, plan approval fees, as-built drawings, and other costs
necessary for completion.
ANNEXATION: The act of attaching, adding, joining, or uniting a parcel of land to
the legal entity known as the Mid Valley Metropolitan District .
APPURTENANT: Belonging to, accessory, or incident to, adjunct, appended or
annexed to.
AS-Bl JILT DRAWINGS: Accurate drawings representing the final installed location
of water and/or sewer lines which have been installed in accordance with an
agreement or understanding with the District, and further described in §3.04 of the
Technical Specifications and Procedures of the District in Appendix B.
BEDROOM: Any room in a building or other structure which is used predominantly
for sleeping accommodations.
BOARD and BOARD OF DJRECTORS: The duly elected Board of Directors of the
District, which acts as the governing body of the District .
mm ,PJNG DRA!N: That part of the lowest horizontal piping of a building drainage
system from the stack or horizontal branch, exclusive of stonn sewer, extending to
a point not less than five feet ( 5') outside of the building wall.
cm .I .ECTOR SEWER YNE: Any sewer line designed to collect the flow from two
or more sewer service lines in a subdivision, planned unit development, or other
defined residential area, and to transport that collected flow to a sewer main.
CONNECTION: Any physical connection of a service line to the District's water or
sewer lines, regardless. of whether water use actually commences at the time of
connection, and regardless of whether the service line is conne.cted to the structure
to be served.
CONTRACTOR: Any person, finn or corporation authorized by the District to
perfonn work and to furnish materials within the District.
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CONVEYANCE OF WAIER RIGHTS: The legal process by which legal title to
water rights to be dedicated is transferred to the District by appropriate deed.
CUSTOMER: Any person, company, corporation or governmental authority or
agency: (1) authorized to use water or connect to the District sewer system under a
permit issued by the Board of Directors; (2) owning EQRs under the Free Tap
Program; or (3) owning EQRs purchased pursuant to a Prepaid Tap Agreement.
PEDICATION· An appropriation of an interest in land or water to some public use,
made by the owner, and accepted for such use by or on behalf of the public.
PEPOSIT: Cash, letters of credit, performance bonds, or other security for
performance, as required by these Rules and Regulations, or as approved by the
Board in its sole discretion.
DEVELOPER: Any person who owns land and seeks to have the land served by the
District.
DISTRICT: The Mid Valley Metropolitan District .
DISTRICT ENQTNERR: Person or firm that has contracted to do engineering work
for the District.
DUPLEXES: Residential structures composed of two Single-Family Residential
Units of substantially the same square footage and number of bedrooms.
EOUIVAI .ENJ RESIDENTJAL UNIT IEQR): A standard of measurement used by
the District in calculating fees and water dedication requirements, based on the
amount of water used and/or consumed and sewage produced by a Single Family
Residential Unit.
EVAPO-TRANSPIRATIVE SEWER: Any sewer system which processes or
disposes of liquid or solid wastes by evaporation from the earth's surface to the
atmosphere or by transpiration through plants.
EXIENSIONS OF SERVICE: Any extension of the District's water utility for which
a fee is assessed.
FREE TAP PROGRAM: A program established by the Board of Directors at the
formation of the District, whereby the District agreed to waive tap fees for existing
landowners in the District, based on the number of equivalent residential units
required for service to each landowner's property at that time. The District maintains
a list of the participants in the Free Tap Program, designating the number ofEQRs of
service awarded to each, whether or not said EQRs have been used, and, if not used,
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whether said free taps are still valid.
HISTQRICAL USE AFFIPAVIT: A document which sets forth the following
infonnation concerning a water right or rights proposed for dedication to the District:
(A) The name(s) and address( es) of the owners of the water rights proposed for
dedication;
(B) A legal description of the land to be annexed or provided with the District's
water service;
(C) The total number of acres to be annexed or provided with the District's water
service;
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The total number of acres presently being irrigated and/ or intended to remain
in irrigation;
A copy of all decrees concerning all water rights appurtenant to the property
and/or all water rights proposed for dedication;
A copy of any legal decree or judgment which affects the title of those water
rights entered since the owner received title to the water rights appurtenant
to the property and/or proposed for dedication; ·
A copy of the documents by which the owner receives title to the water rights
appurtenant to the property and/or proposed for dedication;
A copy of all diversion records for the water rights proposed for dedication;
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The owner's statement as to the historic use of the water rights appurtenant . . .
to the property and/or proposed for dedication.
INTERCEPTOR or TRUNK LIN£: A major sewer line designated by the District
as having regional significance and a service potential beyond that of a collection
sewer main.
IRRIGATED GREEN SPACE: Any lawn, garden, landscaped area, or open space
irrigated by water from the District potable water system.
KITCHEN: Any room used to cook, heat, or prepare food, as may be evidenced by
the use or existence of the following items: sinks, refrigerators, places for food
storage, stoves, ovens, microwave ovens, or hot plates. The Board reserves the right,
in its discretion, to designate a given room as a kitchen; provided, however, that the
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existence of a stove, oven, or microwave oven within a room also containing a sink
and refiigerator shall conclusively establish said room as a kitchen.
LICENSED PLUMBER or PIPE LAYER: The person who has been bonded and
provided a license to work by the State of Colorado.
LINE EXTENSION fEES:· Fees charged by the District pursuant to Article IX of
these Rules and Regulations and determined by the Board of Directors, based on the
size in acres of the property to be served by the new connection, the zoning of the
property, the existing and potential uses of the property, the potential EQR demand
from the property, and any other factors which the Board of Directors believes should
be considered in arriving at an equitable reimbursement to the Developer.
MANAGER OR ADMINJSIRATQR: The person, if any, retained by the Board to
administer and supervise the affairs of the District and its employees .
MAY is permissive .
PERMU: Written permission of the Board of Directors to connect to a public sewer
and/ or water main of the District pursuant to the Rules and Regulations of the
District .
PERSON: Shall mean any individual, firm, company, society, corporation,
association, partnership, or group.
11.AI: A map or chart, prepared by a surveyor licensed by the State of Colorado, of
a piece ofland subdivided into lots with streets, alleys, roads, easements, and other
such avenues of transportation delineated thereon and drawn to a scale .
PREP AID TAP AGREEMENTS: Either Tap Purchase Agreements or System
Development Fee Purchase Agreements, whereby certain customers of the District
have agreed to purchase a specified number ofEQRs of service from the District over
specified periods oftime at specified prices.
PRE-TREATMENT FACILITIES: Structures, devices, or equipment approved by
the District and installed for the purpose of removing harmful or prohibited substances
from wastes discharged into the District sewer main .
REPLAT: To make a change in an original plat .
SAMPLING: The collection of sewage and/or water samples for analysis .
SECONPARY RESIDENTIAL UNITS: Guest houses, separate apartments attached
to Single Family Residential Units, and other separate residential units associated with
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Single Family Residential Units and containing their own separate kitchens.
SEWER MAfN: A sewer line owned by the District and installed in a public street
or special easement.
SEWER SERVICE LINE: The privately-owned and maintained pipe, line, or conduit
used to provide sewer service from the building drain to the sewer main.
SEWER SYSTEM: All facilities owned by the District and used for collecting,
pumping, treating, and disposition of sewage.
SEWAGE: Any liquid waste which may contain organic or inorganic material in
suspension or solution originating from within residential, commercial, or industrial
buildings.
SEWAGE TREATMENT WQRKS: Those devices, facilities or locations to which
the District sewage is conveyed by sewer mains for the purpose of reducing the
pollution content and from which point the sewage effiuent leaves the District's sewer
facilities:
SHAJJ is mandatory .
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL !JNIT: All single-family homes, individually-
billed mobile homes, mobile homes on single lots, and mobile homes established as
permanent residences which have no more than one (I) kitchen.
SIJBPIVIDE: To separate a tract ofland into two or more lots, tracts, parcels, sites,
separate interests in common, condominium interests or other divisions for the
purpose, whether immediate or future, of transfer of ownership, building, or other
development, or for street use by reference to such subdivision or recorded plat
thereof.
SUFFICIENT LEGAL PRIORITY: Indicates that water rights proposed for
dedication may reasonably be expected to provide a dependable water supply
throughout the season of use in the amount for which they are decreed. In making
this determination, factors to be considered shall include, but not be limited to, the
adjudication date and appropriation date of the water rights, the decreed use or uses,
the historic use of the water under the decree, the physical flow available, and the
administration practices of the State Engineer.
SUPERINTENPENT: The person, if any, authorized by the Board to supervise
operation and maintenance of District facilities.
:I.A£: The connection of the service line to a pre-approved stubout or directly to the
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main.
TAP FEE or SYSJEM DEVELQPMENI FEE: The fee charged by the District for
connecting to the District's lines, used to amortize the District's capital investment.
TESTING: The analysis of samples of waste water and/or water .
TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHTS: The conveyance oflegal title to water rights to
the District, as well as all actions required under the laws of the State of Colorado to
be brought in the Water Court to ensure that a dedication requirement is fulfilled.
Such action may include, but is not limited to, a change in the type, place, or time of
use, a change in the point of diversion, a change from a fixed point of diversion to
alternate or supplemental points of diversion, a change from alternate or supplemental
points of diversion to a fixed point of diversion, a change in the means of diversion,
a change in the place of storage, a change from direct application to storage and
subsequent application, a change from storage and subsequent application to direct
application, a change from a fixed place of storage to alternate places of storage, or
any combination such changes. The term includes transfer of conditional as well as
absolute water rights.
TRUNK: A major sewer line designated by the District as having regional
significance and a service potential beyond that of the immediate collection area.
USER: Any person to whom water and/or sewer service is served, whether renter,
record owner, corporation, company, individual, etc.
VIOLATION: Any failure to follow, uphold, or comply with the requirements of
these Rules and Regulations, intentionally or unintentionally, by act of commission or
omission, whether or not the violator knew of the existence of the Rule or Regulation.
Unless otherwise stated, each day that. a Violation continues shall be considered a
separate Violation, subject to the penalties which apply.
WATER MAIN: A water line owned by the District and installed in a public street
or special easement, including all structures to and including the curb stop valve.
WATER RIGHT: A decreed right to use in accordance with its priority a certain
portion of the waters of the State of Colorado by reason of appropriation.
WATER SERYICE LINE: The privately-owned and maintained pipe, line, or conduit
used to provide water service from the curb stop valve to the property of a Customer.
WATER WQRKS: All facilities owned by the District for transporting, distributing,
storing, pumping, treating or measuring water.
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POLICY: The District is a Colorado Special District, foimed and functioning under
the authority of C.R.S. §32-1-101 m.. gq. and C.R.S. §31-35-401 m.. gq. The
District was created for the distribution of water for domestic and other uses, for the
collection of sewage from District customers, and for the maintenance, repair and
replacement of all mains, hydrants, valves, and necessary service facilities owned by
the District. The District shall not be liable or responsible for inadequate, high, or
fluctuating water pressure or for interruption of water or sewer service.
The District shall endeavor to plan for, capitalize and build adequate capital
improvements as demand occurs, and shall operate and maintain the Districts' facilities
in a sound and economical manner. However, the District shall not be liable or
responsible for the consequences of its failure or refusal to approve additional service
which would exceed the capacity of the District's facilities.
It is the District's basic policy that all water and sewer mains and trunk or interceptor
lines shall be public sewers and that service lines and taps shall be installed, owned
and maintained by the Customer; provided, however, the District shall reserve and
always have a right of access to such service lines, curb stops and other facilities as
necessary to carry. out its functions.
LIABILITY: No claim for damage shall be made against the District by reason of the
following: breaking of any service or supply line, pipe, cock, or meter by any
employee of the District; the unauthorized acts of any employee of the District; failure
of the water supply; shutting off or turning on water in the water mains; the making
of connections or extensions; damage caused by water running or escaping from open
or defective faucets; broken or frozen service pipes or other facilities not owned by
the District; damage to water heaters, boilers, or other appliances resulting from
shutting water off, or from turning it on, or from inadequate, high, or fluctuating
pressures; or for doing anything to the water system of the District deemed necessary
by the Board of Directors or its agents. The District hereby reserves the right to cut
off the . water supply or disconnect the sewer service at any time, for any reason
deemed appropriate including, but not limited to, any violation of these Rules and
Regulations or Board policies as set forth in the District minutes. This paragraph shall
not relieve the District from liability for negligence of its employees, if such liability
would otherwise have existed .
No claim for damage shall be made against the District by reason of the following:
Blockage in the system causing the backup of waste water; damage caused by
"smoking" of lines to determine drainage connections to District lines; breakage of
service mains by District personnel; or for interruption of sewer service and the
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conditions resulting therefrom where said interruption of service is brought about by
request of claimant, interruption of electrical service or by circumstances beyond the
District's control.
OWNERSIIlP: Upon acceptance, all existing and future water and/or sewer mains,
connected with and forming an integral part of the District water and sewage systems,
shall become and are the property of the District. Said ownership will remain valid
whether the water or sewer mains are constructed, financed, paid for, or otherwise
acquired by the District, or by other persons.
That portion of all existing and future water service lines extending from the water
main to and including the curb valve which shall be placed on the property line, shall
be the property of the District. That portion of the service line from the building to
the curb valve shall be the property of the Customer. The Customer's obligation to
bear the expense of installing and maintaining said water service line shall remain valid
whether the service lines are constructed, financed, paid for, or otherwise acquired by
the District or any other person.
That portion of all existing and future sewer service lines extending from the main to
each unit or building connected with and forming an integral part of the District
sewerage system, shall be and become the property of the Customer. The Customer's
ownership of and responstoility to bear the expense of installing and maintaining said
sewer service line shall remain valid whether the service lines are constructed,
financed, paid for, or otherwise acquired by the District, or by another person.
Any provision herein to the contrary notwithstanding, the District reserves and shall
at all times have a right of access to all service lines and other facilities necessary for
the District to carry out its lawful functions.
POWERS AND AUTHORITY OF AQENTS: The Manager/Administrator,
Superintendent, and other duly authorized employees of the District, bearing proper
credentials and identification, shall be permitted to enter upon all properties for the
purpose of inspection, observations, measurement, sampling, and testing, or any other
reasonable purpose in accordance with the provisions of these Rules and Regulations.
Such entry upon the property of District customers shall only be made after
reasonable notice, and during reasonable business hours. Subject to the above
provisions, all owners and tenants of property connected to Mid Valley Metropolitan
District water or sewer systems shall be deemed to have agreed to entry onto such
property for the purposes set forth.
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4.00 -Use of Public Water System
No unauthorized person or entity shall uncover, make any connection with or opening into,
use, alter, or distwb any public water main or appurtenances without first obtaining a written
pennit from the District. All installations for water service from the District shall be made in
accordance with these Rules and Regulations, the specifications and procedures set forth in
Appendix B, and all federal, state, county and local requirements. Every connection to the
District water system must be inspected by a representative of the District before it is covered.
The District shall charge the fees set forth in Section 7 .12 for such inspections, which shall
be made upon receipt of at least 24 hours' notice to the District. If a connection to the
District water system is covered before inspection, it must be excavated for inspection. The
District will mail to the owner of the property on which the uninspected connection is located
a written request that such connection be excavated for inspection. If the connection is not
excavated for inspection within ten (IO) days from the date the request is mailed, the District
shall excavate and inspect the new connection at the owner's expense. ·
.01 -RESPONSIBILITIES OF Tiffi CUSTOMER: Each Customer shall be responsible
for maintaining that portion of the water service line extending from the curb valve
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each unit or building. Leaks or breaks in such service line shall be repaired by the
property owner within seventy-two (72) hours after notification of such condition by
the District. If satisfactory progress toward repairing the said leak has not been
accomplished within such time period, the District's authorized representative may
shut off the water service until the leaks or breaks have been repaired. Any provision
herein to the contrary notwithstanding, the District may, but is not required, to take
immediate steps to repair any service line, leak or break which the District determines,
in its sole discretion, to constitute an emergency. In such event the District shall
recover the cost of such repair from the Customer owning such service line. If the
Customer fails to pay any costs for which the Customer is responsible within thirty
(30) days of the District mailing notice thereof to the Customer, the District may take
such action as is necessary to collect such costs, including the imposition and
foreclosure of a lien on the Customer's property, and the District shall be entitled to
recover all costs of such collection, including reasonable attorneys fees.
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All persons having boilers an/ or other appliances on their premises depending on
pressure or water or on a continual supply of water, shall provide, at their own
expense, suitable safety devices to protect themselves and their property against a
stoppage of water supply or loss of pressure.
PRQTECTIQN FROM DAMAGE: No person shall break, damage, destroy,
uncover, deface or tamper with any portion of the District's water system. Any
person violating this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in Section 1.04,
including the requirement that all actual costs and/or actual damages incurred by the
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WATER MEIERS: Each Customer's building or unit, as applicable, shall have a
primary water meter as described herein:
(A) Ptimmy Water Meters: Prior to the receipt of water service from the District,
the Customer must install, at his or her expense, a primary volumetric water
flow meter and a meter readout visible from the exterior of the Customer's
building or unit. On new construction, meters with remote readouts are
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mandatory for a Certificate of Occupancy. The meter and installation shall
meet the specifications and procedures set forth in Appendix B. Each
Customer shall be responsible for the repair and maintenance of his or her
meter and any defective or inoperable meter shall be repaired within ten (10)
days following discovery of the need of such repair. If a meter cannot be read
for any reason (dogs, broken, etc.), the District will estimate high the first
month and advise the Owner to correct the problem by the next month. If still
unable to get a reading the next cycle, the Customer will be· charged the
greater of either a flat rate of $50/month per EQR; or a standard rate based
upon average monthly water use as deterrniried by the District at its sole
discretion. The Customer can return to a meter rate once the meter is fixed
and inspected and approved by the District. The District shall, in its sole
discretion, elect which billing method to use. In the event a defective meter
is not repaired or replaced by a Customer within the 10 day period as
provided, such repair or replacement may be completed by the District and the
cost thereof charged to the Customer .
Sub-Meters: Customers may install sub-meters for their own use. A sub-
meter is any meter whose flow reading constitutes a portion of the flow
reading of a primary water meter. Customers may install sub-meters for any
lawful purpose at their own expense. Customers are fully responsible for any
damage to the water system or water leakage resulting from the installation
of a sub-meter. No sub-meter shall be installed on the supply side of the
primary water meter. The supply side shall mean in this context any point on
the service line or the District line closer to the source of District water than
the primary water meter. Customers desiring to install additional water
meters on the supply side of their primary water meter to service a property
or portion of a property to which a meter reading already applies, or would
apply, must apply for additional water taps, creating additional primary
meters. Regardless, of the number of sub-meters or their respective readings,
Customer water on the water system as part of the installation of a sub-meter
shall comply with the Mid Valley Metropolitan District Rules and Regulations,
including without limitation Appendix B except that remote readout shall not
be required on sub-meters.
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( C) Notification: In the event a Customer elects to install a sub-meter, the District
shall be so informed in writing prior to the installation and the location of any
proposed readout of the sub-meter shall be reviewed and approved by the
District to avoid confusion with the primary meter. All sub-meters shall be
clearly labeled as sub-meters.
(D) Readings: The District shall be under no obligation to read or record sub-
meter readings, but the District may in its own discretion do so. Normally
sub-meters shall not be read by the District.
BACKFIDW PROTECTION DEVICES: All water service installations shall include
bacldlow/cross connection prevention devices, in accordance with Chapter X of the
District Specifications and Procedures set forth in Appendix B.
PRESSURE REDUCING YALVES: All customers are required to install a pressure
reducing valve at the water meter location and to consult with County Building Code
requirements for such valves. The Board of Directors of the District may, at its
discretion, waive the requirements under this section.
IRRIGATION OF COMMON AREAS OPEN SPACE PARKS VACANT I.AND:
Connections to the District potable water system for the purposes of irrigating parks,
open spaces, vacant land of any structure connected to District lines, and common
areas in subdivisions containing Single Family Residential Units or Duplexes, shall be
subject to all Rules and Regulations of the District. Those Rules and Regulations
include the requirements of applications for service, water rights dedications, and
metering; penalties for unauthorized connections; and charges for tap fees, line
extension fees, inspection fees, and service charges. Tap fees for such connections
shall be calculated in accordance with Section (D )(I) of the EQR schedule at
Appendix A. Service charges shall be calculated pursuant to Section 7. 06 of these
Rules and Regulations.
USE OF WATER FROM QISIRICT HYDRANTS: Water from District hydrants
may be used for fire fighting, construction, testing, or other purposes on the following
conditions:
(A) The user must give prior notice to the District of the time, place, approximate
amount of water to be used, and method to be used for measuring the water.
The user shall measure the water used with a hydrant meter. A hydrant valve
and meter, provided by the District, must be used so that the main hydrant
valve is not repeatedly opened and closed.
(B) When water from Mid Valley Metropolitan District hydrants is used by the
Basalt and Rural Fire Protection District, any other fire protection entity, or
any person for fire fighting purposes, the person or fire protection entity shall
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provide the Mid Valley Metropolitan District with an estimate of the total
gallons of water used and the name and address of the property owner for
whose benefit the water was used. The property owner may be required to
reimburse the Mid Valley Metropolitan District for the cost of all water used
for fire fighting purposes.
(C) The price for water used from District hydrants shall be calculated pursuant
to Section 7. 06 of these Rules and Regulations.
(D) Within five days after completion of the use of water from District hydrants,
the user shall submit a complete accounting of the use, along with full
payment, to the District.
(E) Any person who uses water from District hydrants without authorization, or
who fails to comply with the rules set out in this section, shall be subject to
the remedies of the District set out in Section 7.1 S of these Rules and
Regulations, including a fine of $500. 00 per unauthorized use.
OTIIER IEMPORABY CONNECTIONS:
(A) At the discretion of the Board of Directors, other temporary connections to
the District's potable water system may be permitted, pursuant to terms and
conditions established by the Board. Any person wishing to make such a
temporary connection must first make an application for service to the
District, pay the fees required, have the application approved, and have a tap
permit issued, before making any connection. Each temporary connection
shall be subject to inspection by a representative of the District. Unauthorized
connections shall be subject to the penalties set forth at Section 7 .1 S.
(B) Temporary connection of construction trailers or non-permanent construction
buildings to the District's potable water system may be made for periods not
to exceed six months, pursuant to the terms of this Section 4.08. At the time
of making the application for water service, the applicant shall either pay the
Tap Fee for 1.0 EQR of water service, demonstrate that a Tap Fee for at least
1.0 EQR of water service has been paid for the building under construction,
or demonstrate that a Free Tap for at least 1.0 EQR of water service applies
to the building under construction. The construction trailer or non-permanent
construction building shall thereafter be assigned an EQR value of 1.0 for
purposes of calCulating monthly water service charges, which charges shall be
assessed at two times the monthly rate then in effect. If the applicant pays
directly the Tap Fee for 1.0 EQR of water service, that amount shall be
credited against the full Tap Fees due and payable for the building under
construction. The Water Service Line for such a temporary connection shall
be no greater than 3/4" in diameter.
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.09-WATER USE RESTRICTIONS: All commercial and residential customers of the
District are subject to the following watering schedule for lawn and water irrigation
from the District's system, based on the last digit of the customer address:
(a) Even Numbered Properties: Sunday, Wednesday & Friday
(b) Odd Numbered Properties: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
No watering is allowed on Mondays or during the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
on Tuesdays through Sundays. Customers with newly installed landscaping may be
exempted from the watering schedule upon the application for and approval of a
special permit by the District, for a fee of $15.00. The District Administrator is
authorized to review and approve special permit applications. Special permits for
newly sodded lawns, new trees and gardens will not exceed fourteen (14) consecutive
days. Special permits for newly seeded lawns will not exceed twenty-five (25)
consecutive days. Special pennit holders are subject to the watering hour restrictions
set forth herein.
Penalties. Any violation of this section (watering on the wrong day ot time) subjects
the offender to the following penalties: -
(a) First Violation: ·written warning.
(b) Second violation: $ 25 fine.
( c) Third Violation: $ 50 fine.
( d) Fourth Violation: $100 fine.
( e) Fifth Violation: $500 fine.
Successive violations are determined per irrigation season, and not from year to year.
Upon discovery of a violation, the District shall provide the customer with written
notice of the violation and assessment of a penalty, if applicable, by certified mail,
except notice of a first violation will be sent by regular mail. After a notice of a
violation has been given, each day of continued violation is a separate offense.
Penalties may be imposed by any of the District's employees or consultants, and
payment of penalties is due within thirty (30) days of the date of mailing the notice
thereof by the District, unless a written appeal is filed with the Board of Directors
within said thirty days. The decision of the Board of Directors on appeals shall be
final. Until paid, all penalties imposed hereunder constitute a perpetual lien against
the subject property pursuant to Section 7 .13 of the District's Rules and Regulations
and C.R.S. §32-1-10010), which lien may be foreclosed in the manner provided by
law for foreclosure of mechanics' liens.
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5.00 -Use of Public Sewage System
No unauthorized person or entity shall uncover, make any connection with or opening into,
use, discharge into, alter, or disturb any sewer main or appurtenance without first obtaining
a written permit from the District. All installations for sewer service from the District shall
be made in accordance with these Rules and Regulations, the specifications and procedures
set forth in Appendix B, and all federal, state, county and local requirements. Every
permanent connection to the District sewer system must be inspected by a representative of
the District before it is covered. The District shall charge the fees set forth in Section 7.12
for such inspections, which shall be performed upon receipt of at least 24 hours' notice to the
District. If a permanent connection to the District Sewer System is covered before inspection,
it must be excavated for inspection. The District will mail to the owner of the property on
which the uninspected , connection is located a written request that the connection be
excavated for inspection. If the connection is not excavated for inspection within ten (10)
days after such request is sent, the District will excavate and inspect the connection at the
owner's expense.
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BESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CUSTQMER: Each Customer shall be responsible
for maintaining the entire length of the service line serving his or her property,
Leaks, stoppage, or breaks in such service line will be repaired by the customer within
seventy-two (72) hours after notification of such condition by the District. If
satisfactory progress toward repairing said leak, stoppage, or break has not been
completed within such time period, the District's authorized representative may shut
off the Customer's water service until the sewer leaks, stoppage, or breaks have been
repaired. Any provision herein to the contrary notwithstanding, the District may, but
is not required to, take immediate steps to repair any service line leak, stoppage or
break which the District, in its sole discretion, considers to constitute a health hazard
or emergency. In such event, the District shall recover the cost of such repair from
the Customer owning such service line. If the Customer fails to pay any costs for
which the Customer is responsible within thirty (30) days of the District mailing notice
thereof to the Customer, the District may take such action as is necessary to collect
such costs, including the imposition and foreclosure of a lien on the Customer's
property, and the District shall be entitled to recover all costs of such collection,
including reasonable attorneys fees.
SEWER TAP PERMIT PROVISIONS: The District sewer tap permit allows
discharge into the District sewer system, through a specified sewer tap, of sewage not
otherwise restricted or prohibited by these Rules and Regulations. Spot discharges
of recreational vehicle wastes, portable toilet wastes, or any other wastes; and
discharges of swimming pool water, must be specifically authorized by the tap permit
or other written permit The tap permit for swimming pools shall specify the hours
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DISCHARQE RESTRICTIONS -GENERAL: Except as hereinafter provided, no
person shall discharge, or cause to be discharged, to any sewer main, any waste
prohibited by these Rules and Regulations, or any harmful waters or wastes, whether
liquid, solid, or gas, capable of causing obstruction to the flow in sewers, damage or
hazard to structures, equipment or personnel of the sewage works; inhibiting the
biological activity in the waste water treatment facilities; otherwise interfering with
the proper operation of the sewage works; constituting a hazard through exposure to
the District sewer efl:luent; or causing the District to be in violation of federal, state
or local laws.
DISCHARGE RESTRICTIONS -PROHIBITED WASTES: No person or entity
shall discharge or cause to be discharged into the District sewer system the following
wastes:
(A) Water from storm drains, roof runoff; drainage collection systems, surface
runoff; sub-surface drainage, or cooling processes.
(B)
Any water or wastes containing grease, oil, hydrocarbons, fatty acids, soaps,
fats, or waxes which exceed 50 mg/1 as -determined by solvent (Freon)--
extraction.
(C) Any waste having a temperature higher than one hundred fifty-(150) degrees
Fahrenheit (66°C).
(D) Any waste having a Ph value lower than 5.5 or greater than 9.0.
(E) Any toxic substance, or substance requiring pretreatment, as those terms are
defined in 40 Code of Federal Regulations §403, as amended from time to
time, unless otherwise covered under this section.
(F) Any radioactive wastes or isotopes.
(err Any solid or viscous substances in quantities or sizes capable of causing
obstruction to the flow in the public sewers or other interference with the
proper operation of the waste water facilities, such as, but not limited to,
ashes, cinders, sand, mud, straw, shavings, metal, glass, rags, feathers, tar,
plastics, wood, unground garbage, whole blood, cattle manure, hair and
fleshings, entrails, grit, brick, cement, onyx, carbide, and shredded or whole
paper products other than tissue, toilet paper, and other products intended for
toilet disposal.
(H) Any noxious or malodorous substance capable of creating a public nuisance.
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(I) Any wastes having a color concentration in excess of 30 color units, based on
the Platinum Cobalt Scale.
(J) Any wastes having II flash point lower than one hundred eighty-seven degrees
Fllhrenheit (187°F) (86°C) as determined by the Tagliabue (Tag.) closed-cup
method.
(K) Any waste having a five (5) day Biochemical Oxygen Demand which may
contain more than 1, 000 parts per million by weight as averaged during any
twelve (12) hour period.
(L) Any waste capable of raising the Lower Explosive Limit (L.E.L.) of the
ambient atmosphere in any sewer to 5% for any two successive readings or
to 10% for any single reading on an explosion hazard meter. Prohibited
materials include, but are not limited to, gasoline, kerosene, naphtha, benzene,
toluene, zylene, ethers, alcohols, ketones, aldehydes, peroxides, chlorates,
perchlorates, bromates, carbides, hydrides and sulfides. ·
(M) Any wastes containing phenolic compounds over 5 mg/ 1 expressed as phenol.
(N) Any cyanides or compounds capable of liberating hydrogen cyanide in excess
of 1 mg/I expressed as hydrogen cyanide from any individual outlet.
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Any wastes containing sulfides over 3 mg/I expressed as hydrogen sulfide.
Any wastes containing toxic or poisonous substances having a 24 hour
proportionate composite sample concentration, at point of discharge, in
excess of the following:
1. Total Chromium as Cr 7.5 mg/I
2. Copper as Cu 4.5 mg/I
3. Nickel as Ni 15.0 mg/I
4. Cadmium as Cd 1.2 mg/I
5. Zinc as Zn 12.0 mg/I
6. Iron as Fe 15.0 mg/I
7. Lead as Pb 15.0 mg/I
8. Arsenic as As 0.25 mg/I
9. Manganese as Mn 0.25 mg/I
10. Selenium as Se 0.05 mg/I
11. Silver as Ag 0.25 mg/I
12. Mercury as Hg 0.10 mg/I
Any person or entity found to be discharging wastes prohibited by this section or
Section 5. 03 shall be fined $500 for each day such prohibited discharge continues.
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.05 -PISCHARGE RESTRICTIQNS -SPECIAL REVIEW: On written application from
a District customer, the Board of Directors may, at its discretion, specially review a
request to discharge into the District sewer system, any waste otherwise prohibited
under this Article. Said written application shall include an analysis of the types,
amounts, concentrations, and times of discharge of each prohibited waste, and an
analysis of the impact of such discharge on the sewer treatment system of the District,
including the District's sewer effiuent. After consultation with the District Engineer,
the Board may allow discharge of the prolubited waste, provided such discharge does
not violate, or cause the District to violate, federal, state, county or local laws .
The Board may prescribe the times, places, concentrations, total amounts, fees and
charges, and any other conditions under which such prohibited waste may be
discharged. Where necessary in the opinion of the Board, the Customer shall provide,
at his or her expense, such pretreatment facilities as may be necessary to treat such
prohibited V(llste prior to discharge to the sewer main. Plans, specifications, and any
other pertinent information relating to proposed pretreatment facilities shall be
submitted for the approval of the District and of the State Board of He8Ith, and no
construction of such facilities shall be commenced until such approval is obtained in
writing. Where pretreatment facilities are provided for any prohibited waste, they
shall be maintained in continuously efficient operation by the Customer; at his or her
own expense.
When required by the District, the Customer served by a service line carrying
prohibited wastes shall install and maintain, at his or her expense, a suitable control
access hole in the service line to facilitate observation, sampling and measurement of
the wastes. The access hole shall be installed by the Customer and maintained at the
customer's expense. In the event that no special access hole has been required, the
control access hole shall be considered to be the nearest down-stream access hole in
the sewer main to the point at which the service line is connected.
Grease, oil and sand interceptors of a design recommended by the Colorado State
Board of Health shall be provided when, in the opinion of the Board, or its designated
representative, they are necessary for the proper handling of prohibited waste or liquid
Wl!§tes containing grease in excessive amount, or any flammable wastes, sand and
other harmful ingredients. However, such interceptors shall not be required for
private living quarters or dwelling units. Where installed, they shall be maintained by
the Customer, at his or her expense, in continuously efficient operation at all times.
All measurements, tests, and analysis of the characteristics of waters and wastes shall
be determined in accordance with "Standard Methods for the Examination of Water
and Waste Water", latest edition, and shall be determined at the control access hole,
or upon suitable samples taken at said control access hole. Test results shall be
available to the customer at the District office.
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.06-DISCHARGE RESTRICTIQNS -PORTABLE TOil.ET WASTES: No person or
entity shall discharge portable toilet wastes into the Mid Valley Metropolitan District
sewer system without first obtaining a written permit from the District, upon payment
of the annual permit fee provided for in Section 7 .12. Each permit for discharge of
portable toilet wastes must be renewed annually and may not be transferred to another
person or entity, without the written consent of the District. Any unauthorized
discharge of portable toilet wastes into the District sewer system, or other breach of
the requirements of this section, shall be subject to the penalties set forth in Section
7.15 of these Rules and Regulations, including the $500 fine for each unauthorized
use or connection. In addition, any such unauthorized discharge or breach of the
requirements of this section shall result in the immediate revocation of the discharger's
permit. The discharge of portable toilet wastes into the Mid Valley Metropolitan
District sewer system shall be carried out as follows:
(A) Each discharger shall post a $500 bond with the District, insuring full
compliance With these Rules and Regulations.
(B) The hauler shall contact the District office before each discharge of portable
toilet wastes into the District sewer system to inform the District
Administrator of when the discharge will be made and the number of gallons
to be discharged. If the Disiifoi office is closed or the District Administrator
is not available, the discharger shall leave a message containing the above
information on the District's telephone recorder .
(C) Discharges shall be made between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday; unless otherwise authorized by the Board of
Directors.
(D) Discharges shall be made at the designated access hole located near J. W.
Drive. The access hole will have a concrete apron around it.
(E) Each discharger shall be limited to discharging 600 gallons of portable toilet
waste per day.
(F) Only portable toilet wastes shall be discharged into the Mid Valley
Metropolitan District system. No septic tank wastes shall be allowed.
(G) Each permittee/discharger shall annually certify to the District, by submitting
samples for testing, or by submitting a lab analysis, that the treatment
chemicals in the portable toilet wastes being discharged into the District sewer
system are non-toxic and biodegradable. The perrnittee/discharger shall notify
the District before any different portable toilet treatment chemicals are
discharged and certify that those different chemicals are also non-toxic and
biodegradable. Each discharger shall notify the District each time a discharge
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is made, so that an independent record of all discharges can be kept. If the
District administrator is not in the District office, the discharger shall leave an
appropriate message on the District's phone recorder.
(H) After each discharge, the discharger shall be responsible for cleaning up any
spills and carefully replacing the access hole cover.
(I) The fee for discharging portable toilet wastes in the Mid Valley Metropolitan
· District sewer system shall be 16 cents per gallon of material, with a minimum
charge of$25.00 for each discharge.
GREASE TRAPS OIL SEPAMTORS REOUIRffi: Certain dischargers shall be
required to install grease traps or oil separators as part of their connection to the
District sewer system, as detailed in the specifications and procedures set forth in
Chapter XI of Appendix B.
PROTECTION FRQM DAMAGE: No person shall break, damage, destroy,
uncover, deface or tamper with any portion of the District's sewer system.
Any person who shall violate the provisions of this Section may be charged with a
misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof,. shall be fined in an amount as .established
by the court for each violation.
Any person violating any of the provisions of these Rules and Regulations shall
become liable to the Board for any expense, loss or damage occasioned by reasons of
such violation .
. 09 -TEMPORARY CONNECTIONS:
(A) At the discretion of the Board of Directors, temporary connections to the District's
sewer system may be permitted, pursuant to terms and conditions established by the
Board. Any person wishing to make such a temporary connection must first make an
application for service to the District, pay the fees required, have the application
approved, and a tap permit issued before making any connection. Each temporary
connection shall be subject to inspection by a representative of the District.
Unauthorized connections shall be subject to the penalties set forth in Section 7 .15.
(B) Temporary connection of construction trailers or non-permanent construction
buildings to the District's sewer system may be made for periods not to exceed six
months, pursuant to the terms of this Section 5.09. At the time of making the
application for sewer service, the applicant shall either pay the Tap Fee for 1.0 EQR
of sewer service, demonstrate that a Tap Fee for at least 1.0 EQR of sewer service
has been paid forthe building under construction, or demonstrate that a Free Tap for
at least 1.0 EQR's of sewer service applies to the building under construction. The
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assigned an EQR value of I. 0 for purposes of calculating monthly sewer service
charges, which charges shall be assessed at two times the monthly rate then in effect.
If the applicant pays directly the Tap Fee for 1.0 EQR of sewer service, that amount
shall be credited against the full Tap fees due and payable for the building under
construction.
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INCLUS!QN: Except as hereafter provided, and subject to the Rules and Regulations
of the District, service shall be provided only to persons whose property is included
within the District.
It shall be incumbent upon the applicant to furnish satisfactory evidence ofinclusion
whenever such evidence is requested by the District. Satisfactory evidence shall
consist of tax receipt, or certificate in lieu thereof, received from, and signed by, the
County Treasurer.
A person owning land within and outside the boundaries of the District, who desires
service, must include into the District all of his or her land contiguous to the parcel
· upon which service is desired, unless the District permits otherwise.
The District's standard form of inclusion petition will be furnished to the property
owner upon request. Inclusions of property shall be accomplished in accordance with
the provisions of §32-4-122, C.R.S. 1973, as amended, and all costs in'connection
therewith, including legal and engineering fees, publication and recording costs and·
all other actual costs incurred by the District, shall be borne by the petitioner.
Any applicant for inclusion into the District may be required to enter into a pre-
inclusion agreement with the District pursuant to Colorado Revised Statute Section
32-l-402(1)(c) following the District's approval of such an agreement. Said pre-
inclusion agreement shall set forth the applicant's and District's respective rights and
obligations with respect to fees, charges, and other terms and conditions under which
the applicant's property may be included in the District. Any pre-inclusion agreement
provided to the applicant by the District shall be signed and returned to.the District
by the applicant within forty-five (45) days followil1g receipt by the applfoant. ·If the
pre-inclusion agreement is not executed and returned to the District by the applicant
within forty-five (45) days from receipt thereof, the District's prior approval of the
agreement shall be null and void and of no further force and effect, and a new request
forapproval of the pre-inclusion agreement shall be required; provided, however, that
the District may extend said 45-day execution deadline prior to its expiration for an
additional 30-day period upon good cause shown by the applicant.
SERYICE OUTSIDE THE DISTRICT: The District may, if it deems it
advantageous to the District, furnish service to properties located outside the
boundaries of the District, but, under no circumstances, shall the District construct
any mains, at its own expense, to service such properties. No service shall ever be
provided to properties located outside the boundaries of the District, except upon the
express written consent of the District. The District shall not be required to extend
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service outside of the District's boundaries .
Charges for furnishing service and tap fees outside the District shall be at the rate of
1.5 times the current service charges for in-District service or as agreed upon by the
District and Customer .
These Rules and Regulations shall be applicable to all property owners outside the
District who are furnished water or sewer service by the District. No connection to
the District's mains shall be permitted until the property owner shall have agreed to
abide by the District Rules and Regulations; provided, however, that the Board of
Directors in its discretion, may charge the higher fees provided for herein for
properties not located within the District.
APPLICATION FOR TAP PER!vllT: Any owner of property who desires to have the
privilege of water or sewer service from the District, whether such person intends to
make use of EQR's purchased directly from the District, EQR's purchased under a
Prepaid Tap Agreement, or EQR's issued under the Free Tap Program, shiill submit
an Application for Water and Sewer Service to the District. The application shall be
on the District's standard form, accompanied by any Tap Fee or System Development
Fee required by these Rules and Regulations. Upon approval, the District ·shall issue
· ·a Tap Permit to the applicant. In every case, no Tap onto the District's system or
service from the District shall be allowed until any required Tap Fee or System
Development Fee has been paid, a Tap Permit has been issued, and the records of the
District indicate that the EQ~s required for the new tap are "paid." Tap fees shall be
non-refundable, unless expressly otherwise agreed by the Board.
As noted above, EQRs may be purchased from the District under a Prepaid Tap
Agreement (which agreement may take the form of a tap purchase agreement or a
system development fee purchase agreement). In the event the District determines
that a prepaid tap agreement shall be entered into by and between the District and a
property owner, and following approval of such agreement bythe District, sliid
agreement shall be executed and returned to the District by 1ht! · ~ulij6cl-piupeity
owner within forty-five (45) days from receipt of the agreement. 1rsa1e1 prepatc! tap
agreel!lent is not executed and returned to the District by the property owner within
forty-five (45) days from receipt thereof, the District's prior approval of the
agreement shall be null and void and of no further force and effect, and a new request
for approval of the prepaid tap agreement shall be required; provided, however, that
the District may extend said 45-day execution deadline prior to its expiration for an
additional 30-day period upon good cause shown by the property owner.
DENIAL OF APPLICATION FOR SERVICE: The District reserves the right to
deny service for any or all of the following reasons:
(A) The connection of the system to the applicant's existing plumbing would
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constitute a cross-connection to an unsafe water supply;
(B) There has been misrepresentation in the application as to the property and
fixtures contained in the property, or the use to be made of the water supply;
( C) The service applied for would create an excessive demand or adverse impact
on the District's facilities, unless the applicant proposes a means to eliminate
such excessive demand or adverse impact to the satisfaction of the District.
CHANGE IN CUSTOMER SERVICE: A Customer shall file an amended
application for service with the District prior to making any increase in the size of a
structure served by the District, in the number of water using fixtures or appliances,
in the amount of green or open space irrigated, or in the type of service received.
Examples of such changes are adding additions to houses or other buildings, installing
a hot tub, adding water-using fixtures, or connecting to the District's lines. The
District shall collect any additional water rights dedications, tap fees, and/or service
charges due back to the date of any such change. Customers purchasing real property
in the District are strongly encouraged to verify that the amount and type of service
for which the District is currently charging is consistent with the type and. amount of
service which the seller purports to have paid for and wishes to convey .. In no event
shall a refund, credit, or rebate of tap fees, water rights dedications, or line extension
fees previously paid be permitted in the event of a decrease in the type or amount of
service.
TRANSFER OF EQR CREDITS: On application and approval by the Board, EQR
credits purchased under the Prepaid Tap Agreements may be transferred to other
District landowners in accordance with the requirements of the Prepaid Tap
Agreements, including the requirements for written notice to the District. EQR
credits obtained under the Free Tap Program or obtained by direct purchase from the
District are considered appurtenant to the structure and/or land for which they were
obtained and may not be transferred.
SERYICE APPLICAIION FQR SUBDIVISIQN DEVELOPERS: Any Developer
who desires to have the privilege of water or sewer service from the District for use
in aTown or County-approved subdivision shall submit an Application for Water and
Sewer Service to the District. The application shall be on the District's standard
fonn, and shall be accompanied by any Tap Fee or System Development Fee required
in paragraph (3) above, the Tap Fee or System Development Fee required by a
written agreement, or as required elsewhere in the these Rules and Regulations. At
the time of filing any final plat or prior to commencing any construction, whichever
occurs earlier, or at the time provided by a written agreement, an improvement
guaranty, guaranteeing the completion of all of the public water and sewer
improvements necessary to supply the development, must be provided by a surety
bond, cash or acceptable collateral, an acceptable letter of credit, or other security
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acceptable to the District, such guaranty to be deposited with the District in an
amount not less than the estimate of the entire cpst of the uncompleted water and
sewer improvements shall be prepared by the Developer, and shall be reviewed and
approved by the District. If requested by the District, such estimates shall be later
adjusted to reflect actual costs. The Developer shall retain, at his sole expense, a
licensed professional engineer for appropriate on-site inspections to ensure that all
water and sewer improvements are constructed to the satisfaction of the District. As
improvements are completed to the satisfaction of the District, the Developer may
petition the District for a release of part or all of the collateral deposited with the
District as an improvement guaranty. Any such partial release shall be made at the
sole discretion of the District upon determination that the partial improvements are
completed and have been accepted by the District in writing. Upon completion of
complete performance of all required water and sewer public improvements to the
satisfaction of the District, the bond, collateral, letter of credit, or other security shall
. be released within thirty (30) days of written notice by the Developer and written
acceptance by the District.-In the event the District determines that the Developer
will not construct or complete any or all of the water and sewer public improvements
required for the subdivision, the District may liquidate and withdraw and employ from
the deposit of collateral such funds as may be necessary to construct or complete the
improvement or improvements necessary to provide water and sewer service t(} users
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Any developer submitting an Application for subdivision water and sewer service may
be exempted from posting a water and sewer public improvements guaranty, provided
the District, in its sole discretion, determines such Developer satisfies the following
requirements:
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The Developer submits an Application for Water and Sewer Service on the
District's standard form, accompanied by any appropriate Tap Fees or System
Development Fees; and
The Developer provides adequate assurances and documentation establishing
that such Developer has posted a surety bond with another public entity
pursuant to an SIA where such SIA provides for:
a y-· a guarantee amount sufficient to cover the cost of all necessary water
and sewer public improvements;
b) written approval by the District of water and sewer improvements
prior to release of the portion of the guarantee covering the water and
sewer improvements by the public entity; and
c) a provision requiring the District to be a named beneficiary as to the
value of all improvements to be dedicated to the District; or the
Developer provides adequate assurances . and documentation
establishing that the property to be served with District water and/ or
sewer improvements is the Developer's residence or business, and that
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the property is not held for speculative purposes.
3. The Developer requests and receives a written release of water and sewer
· public improvements guaranty from the District.
The District maintains the right to terminate the water and sewer public improvements
guaranty exemption in the event a surety bond provided another public entity is
prematurely released and the District determines the necessary water and sewer public
improvements are not complete.
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ARTICLE VII
7.00 -Fees and Charges
The information contained in this section is pertinent to all charges of whatever nature to be levied
for provision of water and sewer service inside the District. Said rates and charges shall be
established by the Board and shall remain in effect until modified by the Board under the provisions
of these Rules and Regulations and under the applicable statutes of the State of Colorado. Nothing
contained herein shall limit the Board from modifying rates and charges or from modifying any
classification.
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APPLICATION OF THIS ARTICLE: The rates, charges and other information
shown herein shall apply only to Customers inside the District and shall in no way
obligate the District to provide service outside the District under any of the conditions
contained in this Article.
TypE OF SERVICE: Water service shall be metered by the District. Unless
otherwise stated, charges and fees for water and sewer service shall be based on
EQR's of service calculated in accordance with the EQR Schedule in Appendix A.
The charge per EQR shall be at the rates in the District's fee schedule; as the same
may be amended from time to time.
TAP FEE OR SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT fEE: Except as otherwise determined
by the Board, a tap fee or system development fee shall be charged to all Customers
of the District. All tap fees shall be paid by tQe Customer to the District at the time
the user submits an application for a tap permit which shall occur prior to the issuance
ofa building permit by the County or Town, and prior to any physical connection to
the District's water or sewer system, whichever first occurs. Upon receipt by the
District of payment for tap fees, a Certificate of Payment for Tap Fees shall be
provided to the Customer. Such fees shall be assessed as provided for in the EQR
Schedule at Appendix A, as the sarne may be amended from time to time, or, to the
extent tap fees or charges are set or determined in the Prepaid Tap Agreements, as
provided in the Prepaid Tap Agreements. Except as otherwise provided under the
Pi:.epaid Tap Agreements, the standard District Tap Fees shall be as set forth in the
Fee Schedule in Appendix A, as the same may be amended from time to time. No tap
onto, or service from, the District's water or sewer systems shall be allowed until any
Tap Fee or System Development Fee required by these Rules and Regulations has
been paid and a Tap Permit has been issued Tap Fees and System Development Fees
shall be non-refundable, unless otherwise expressly agreed by the Board.
SERVICE CHARGE: Full service charges, calculated under the District's Rules and
Regulations and EQR Schedule, as amended from time to time, shall commence and
accrue from the date the customer makes physical connection to either the water or
sewer lines of the District. For any given month, service charges shall be based on the
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EQR value applicable during that month to the property being served, and any
changes in EQR values shall also result in adjustments in monthly service charges.
The Customer shall be liable to the District for payment of such service charges from
the date of physical connection, regardless of whether the Customer actually receives
or uses District water or sewer service by means of said connection. District sewer
charges shall be as provided in the Fee Schedule in Appendix A.
District monthly water service charges shall be based on an ascending rate structure,
the EQR value applicable to the property, and the quantity of water used during that
month. The ascending rate structure is set forth in the Fee Schedule in Appendix A.
In addition to the above water service rates, the Customer will be assessed a base rate
as set forth in the Fee Schedule in Appendix A.
Service charges which accrue on or after the date the certificate of occupancy is
issued shall be due and payable whether or not the premises are occupied .. There shall
be no right to refund, rebate, or credit for such charges, except as otherwise stated
in this Article.
PRESSURE ZONE SURCHARGES: Where any defined part of the District depends
for its potable water or sewer service on a pumping station or discrete facility owned
and maintained by the District, the Board of Directors may establish and charge the
customers in that part of the district a monthly pressure zone surcharge. The pressure
zone surcharge shall be based on the prorata cost to each customer of the pumping
station or other facility and its maintenance. The Board of Directors has established
the following pressure zone surcharges.
(A) Aspen Junction Booster Station Surcharge: This booster station provides
potable water service to portions of the Aspen Junction Subdivision· and other
areas adjacent thereto. The monthly surcharge for potable water service to
customers in Aspen Junction Subdivision and all other customers served by
the Aspen Junction Booster Station shall be equal to 57 percent of the
monthly charge for potable water service.
(b) Sewage Lift Station Number 1 Surcharge: This lift station provides sewer
service to
a large portion of the eastern part of the District. The monthly
surcharge for sewer service to all customers upstream of Lift Station Number
1 shall be equal to 11 percent of the monthly charge for sewer service.
(c) Dak:ota Subdivision Lift Station Surcharge: This lift station provides sewer
service to Dakota Subdivision, Eagle Dakota Subdivision, And Blue Lake V.
The monthly surcharge for sewer service to all customers in Dakota
Subdivision, Eagle Dakota Subdivision, Blue Lake P.U.D. Filing No. V, and
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percent of the monthly charge for sewer service.
PE&-GALLON SERVICE CHARQES: The following per-gallon service charges
shall apply to District service for irrigation water service and for water service from
District hydrants as set forth in the Fee Schedule in Appendix A.
AMENDED TAP FEES: In those situations where a prospective Customer applies
for a connection pennit for service to a structure not defined in the preceding article,
or where, in the Board's opinion, said structure represents a classification not
contemplated in the establishment of the previously defined tap fees, the Board shall,
at its sole discretion, establish a fair, reasonable and equitable tap fee for said
structure.
AMENDED MONTHLY SERVICE CHARGES: In those situations where, in the
Board's sole discretion, the monthly service charges shown in the previous articles do
not represent a fair, reasonable and equitable charge for the intended use, the Board,
at its sole discretion, may adjust said rates. ·
SIANDBY FEES: The following Customers of the District shall be charged monthly
standby fees equal to 35 percent of the District's standard monthly service charge.
For the purposes of this section, the term "standard monthly service charge" shall not
include the pressure zone surcharges set forth in Section 7.05, above.
(A) FREE TAP PRQGRAM ClJSTQMERS: Includes all Customers who have
received the right to use EQRs of water and sewer service under the District's
Free Tap Program. Such Customers shall commence paying the standby fees
set forth under this section when service is available within I 00 feet of their
property lines and within 400 feet of any structure to which water or sewer
service is to be connected, but the Customer chooses not to physically
connect to the District's water and sewer lines. Failure by any Customer to
pay such standby fees shall result in cancellation of the EQRs held by the
Customer under the Free Tap Program after a hearing held at a regular or
special meeting of the Board of Directors. Written notice of the hearing to
cancel a Customer's Free Tap or Taps shall be sent to the Customer's last
known address not less than ten (10) days prior to the hearing. The notice
shall specify the place, date, and time of the hearing, and the reasons for
cancellation of the Free Tap or Taps. At the hearing, the Customer shall have
the opportunity to present testimony and other evidence to the Board. Any
cancellation of the Customer's Free Tap or Taps shall be carried out by formal
written resolution of the Board.
(B) TAP PURCHASE AGREEMENT CUSTOMERS: Includes all Customers
who have purchased EQRs of water and sewer service pursuant to Tap
Purchase Agreements with the District. In accordance with the Tap Purchase
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under this section when the District service lines are extended to within I 00
feet of their property lines, but they choose not to connect to such lines. For
the purposes of this section, it shall be assumed that the first EQRs purchased
by a Tap Purchase Agreement Customer shall be the first EQRs used by that
Customer when any connection to the District lines is made. In the event that
any Customer fails to pay the standby fees required under this section, the
District shall be entitled to pursue all remedies provided under the applicable
Tap Purchase Agreement.
(C) SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT FEE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
CUSTOMERS: Includes all Customers who have purchased EQRs of water
and sewer service pursuant to System Development Fee Purchase Agreements
with the District. In accordance with the System Development Fee Purchase
Agreements, such Customers shall commence paying the standby fees set
forth under this section three (3) years after the purchase of such EQRs, if
District service lines have been extended to within 400 feet of their property
lines, but they choose not to physically connect to the District lines. For the
purposes of this section, and in accordance with the System Development Fee
Purchase Agreements, it shall be assumed that the first EQRs purchased by a
System Development Fee Purchase Agreement Customer shall be the first
EQRs used by that Customer when any connection to the District lines is
made. In the event that any Customer fails to pay the standby fees required
under this section, the District shall be entitled to pursue all remedies provided
under the applicable System Development Fee Purchase Agreement.
(D) INACTIVE TAP CUSTOMERS: Includes all Customers within vacant
structures or idle water or sewer connections. At the discretion of the Board
of Directors, any District Customer who certifies in writing to the Board of
Directors that his or her property will be vacant for at least twelve (12}
months, or that the District water or sewer connections to the structure will
be substantially idle for at least twelve (12) months, may be allowed to pay the
standby fees set forth under this section. This subsection (D) shall not apply
to water or sewer service to structures which have not yet received a
Certificate of Occupancy or Temporary Certificate of Occupancy.
All District water and sewer service to the Inactive Taps qualifying for the
standby fees under this subsection shall be disconnected, blocked, or turned
off. Any such work done by District personnel pursuant to Section 7 .17 shall
be subject to the fees set forth in paragraphs F(l}, (2), and (3) of the Fee
Schedule in Appendix A Any unauthorized reconnection, unblocking, or
turning back on of District water or sewer service after it has been
disconnected, blocked, or turned off pursuant to this subsection shall
constitute an unauthorized use or connection pursuant to Section 7.15, subject
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to the $500 fine under that section.
(E) CONSTRUCTION: Includes all Customers who have purchased EQRs of
water and sewer service for anticipated use upon the completion of new
construction. During the construction, the District will charge a standby (or
construction) fees for District water service and for District sewer service as
set forth in the Fee Schedule in Appendix A Such charges tenninate upon the
issuance of a temporary or final certificate of occupancy at which time the
service charges described in section 7. 04 shall commence.
PAYMENT OF SERVICE CHARGES: Statements for service charges and/or
standby fees shall be rendered to customers at intervals to be established by the
District, but not more frequently than monthly nor less frequently than quarterly.
Charges for such things as late payments, tum-on, and turn-off shall be included in the
statements. Payment for services will be due and payable in full fifteen ( 15) days from
the statement date.
Statements for service charges will be directed to the owner of property rather than
the occupant. When a customer receives service for a number of units through one
meter, the District shall send only one bill to the customer for service measured by
that meter. In no event shall the District bill the owners of individual units within a
multiple-use area unless service to each unit is metered separately.
The account must stay in the owner's name, but with written permission from the
owner on a form approved by the attorney for the District, the District will send the
bill to any address "in care of' the tenant. Nothing herein shall constitute a waiver of
the owners liability for such charges and fees, including penalties and interest or a
waiver of the district's statutory lien rights. For example, the bill will be addressed:
Bob Smith (Owner)
c/o Jim Jones (Tenant)
Box 12
Basalt, CO 81621
Statements shall be mailed before the specified billing period and shall be due and
payable in full fifteen (15) days after the date of the statement. Payments will be
deemed late sixteen ( 16) days after the date of the statement and will be assessed a
late charge of one percent ( 1. 0%) for each month, or part thereof, in which such
charge remains unpaid. If any charges remain unpaid for thirty (30) days or more, the
District may give the customer notice that the customer's water and/ or sewer service
shall be shut off if the delinquent charges are not paid in full within ten (10) days after
the postmark on the notice. The notice shall be sent by regular and certified mail to
the Customer's billing address ten (10) days before the date of the hearing and shall
specify the date, time and place of hearing, as well as the reason or reasons for
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revocation of seivice and the amount of delinquent charges. The hearing shall be held
by the District at a regular or special meeting of the Board of Directors at which time
the Customer shall have an opportunity to present testimony and evidence to the
Board. Within fifteen (15) days of the conclusion of the hearing, the Board shall issue
a written Memorandum of Decision, which decision shall be final. Thereafter, the
District may revoke seivice to the property by turning off, disconnecting, or blocking
the water and/or sewer lines seiving the property. Such actions shall be subject to the
fees set forth in paragraphs F(l), (2), and (3) of the Fee Schedule in Appendix A.
Any unauthorized reconnection, unblocking, or turning on of District water or sewer
service after it has been disconnected, blocked, or turned off pursuant to this section
shall constitute an unauthorized use or connection pursuant to Section 7.15, subject
to the $500 fine under that section.
In addition to the District's right to shut off service, the District may enforce the
customer's payment obligations by any and all other lawfully available means,
including suits for collection and/or foreclosure of the District's lien on the customer's
property. In any event, the District shall be entitled to recover all costs incurred in the
collection of delinquent payments, including reasonable attorney's fees, recording fees,
filing fees and court costs. Any deposit received by the District for service to the
customer may be applied against delinquent payments.
PAYMENT OF TAP FEES AND SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT FEES: Tap Fees and
System Development Fees due under Prepaid Tap Agreements shall be subject to the
due dates, penalties, and interest charges set forth in those agreements. In addition
to the penalty provided for in Section 7.15, late payments of Tap Fees or System
Development Fees not arising under Prepaid Tap Agreements shall be subject to a late
charge of one percent (I. 0%) for each month, or part thereof, in which the fee
remains unpaid. Statements, letters, notices, or other documents concerning unpaid
Tap Fees or System Development Fees shall be directed to the owner of the property
for which the fee is due, rather than to renters, lessees, or other occupants .
Regardless of any rental agreement, lease agreement, or any other contractual
agreement between an owner and occupant, the owner of a property for which a Tap
Fee or System Development Fee is due shall remain solely liable for payment of that
fee .
:MISCELLANEOUS COSTS AND EXPENSES: All costs and expenses incident to
the installation and connection of water and/or sewer service shall be borne by the
Customer. In addition, the Customer shall indemnify the Board for any loss or
damage that may directly or indirectly be occasioned by the installation of the water
or sewer seivice. No work by District personnel shall be done on Saturdays, Sundays,
or holidays unless written permission is granted by the Manager/ Administrator.
Miscellaneous fees and charges for District services are set forth in the Fee Schedule
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COT I ECTION PERPETIJAL LIEN: All fees, rates, tolls, penalties, or charges of
the District shall be paid by the owner or owners of the property served. The District
shall not be bound by any agreement between an owner and occupant concerning
payment of charges, regardless of whether the District has been notified of the
agreement. Until paid, all fees, rates, tolls, penalties, and charges shall constitute a
first and perpetual lien on or against the property served, and any such lien may be
foreclosed in the manner provided by law.
The District shall have the right to collect from any Customer who is delinquent in
payment of the Customers' account, all legal, court and other costs and expenses
necessary to or incidental to the collection of said account, including reasonable
attorneys' fees, filing fees and recording fees. A fee in the amount set forth in the Fee
Schedule in Appendix A shall be imposed on any check tendered to the District which,
upon presentment to the bank for payment, is returned unpaid due to insufficient
funds, an overdrawn or closed account, or for whatever reason. Such fee shall accrue
each time a check is returned unpaid.
SELLER'S AND BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITIES: The District assumes no
responsibility for agreements between sellers and buyers. It shall be the responsibility
of the buyer to ascertain whether appropriate fees and charges for the type and
amount of service received from the District, have been paid by the seller. Regardless
of ownership failure of the District to collect fees and charges at the time of the
issuance of permits or any other act or omission of the District, unpaid fees and
charges shall constitute a first and perpetual lien on and against the property which
lien may be foreclosed as provided by law and these Rules and Regulations.
lJNAUTHORIZEP USE OR CQNNECTIQNS: Any person who makes a
connection to the District's lines or otherwise uses District water, or who discharges
into the District sewer system without first paying the appropriate fees and obtaining
the appropriate permits shall be fined $500. 00 for each unauthorized use or
connection. This fine shall be in addition to the District's right to charge for all
services used, and to any and all other remedies which the District may have.
In addition, the District may require and/or carry out immediate disconnection of the
service, in which event the District shall be entitled to collect any and all costs and
damages incurred by the District as a result thereof; including the fees set forth in
paragraphs F{l), (2), and (3) of the Fee Schedule in Appendix A:, or the District may
authorize connection on such terms and conditions as the District may approve.
Should the District be required to pursue any legal proceeding or process with regard
to unauthorized connection to the District's system or unauthorized use of District
water, the person making the unauthorized use or connection shall be liable for all
attorneys fees, filing fees, recording costs, court costs or other legal expenses incurred
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Any unauthorized reconnection, unblocking, or turning back on of District water or
· sewer service after it has been disconnected, blocked, or turned off pursuant to this
section shall constitute an additional unauthorized use or connection, subject to an
additional fine of$500.
REVOCATION OF SERVICE: Service shall be revocable by the District upon non-
payment of fees owing to the District, or upon failure to comply with the Rules and
Regulations of the District. In the event of said non-payment of obligations or non-
compliance with the Rules and Regulations, the Customer shall be given written
notice of a hearing to revoke service. The notice shall be mailed to the Customer's
billing address ten (10) days before the date of the hearing and shall specify the date,
time, and place of the hearing, as well as the reason or reasons for revocation of
service and the amount of delinquent charges, if applicable.· The hearing shall be held
by the District at a regular or special meeting of the Board of Directors at which time
the Customer shall have an opportunity to present testimony and evidence to the
Board. Within fifteen (15) days of the conclusion of the hearing, the Board shall issue
a written Memorandum of Decision, which decision shall be final. Thereafter, the
District may revoke service to the property by turning off, disconnecting, or blocking
the water and/or sewer lines serving the property. Such actions shall be subject to the
fees set forth in paragraphs F(l), (2), and (3) of the Fee Schedule in Appendix A
Any Customer who after notification fails to appear at the public hearing on their past
due account and has not paid the account to the satisfaction of the Board within the
allotted time will be assessed a fine in the amount of$150.00 for the cost of the public
hearing. The Board will also continue to terminate service if necessary.
Any unauthorized reconnection, unblocking, or turning back on of District water or
sewer service after it has been disconnected, blocked, or turned off pursuant to this
section shall constitute an unauthorized use or connection pursuant to Section 7.15
above, subject to the $500 fine under that section .
TURN-OFF SERVICE: Customers desiring that their service be turned off,
disconnected, or blocked for such purposes as vacancy of rental property, inactive
taps pursuant to Section 7.09(0) or construction shall pay the fees set forth in
paragraphsF(l), (2), and (3) of the Fee Schedule in Appendix A. Any unauthorized
reconnection, unblocking, or turning back on of District water or sewer service after
it has been disconnected, blocked, or turned off pursuant to this section shall
constitute an unauthorized use or connection pursuant to Section 7 .14 above, subject
to the $500. 00 fine under that section.
REIMBURSEMENT OF COSTS AND FEES TO DISTRICT: Any person or entity
requesting inclusion or exclusion of property from the District, constructing a line
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extension project, or undertaking any other activity requiring preparation of plats or
plans, legal and engineering review and advice, inspections, filing or recording fees,
or other out-of-pocket expenses by the District shall be required to reimburse the
District for all such costs and fees. Such person or entity shall be required, prior to
commencement of the project or activity, to enter into a Special Fee and Cost
Reimbursement Agreement substantially similar to that set forth in Appendix C.
Pursuant to that agreement, the person or entity shall make such deposit as the Board,
in its sole discretion, deems appropriate.
LEASING PREPAID TAPS: Owners who have purchased taps under a prepaid tap
agreement are permitted to lease said prepaid taps to commercial and residential
tenants, provided the following conditions are met:
I. Residential Units. Prepaid taps shall not be leased for residential purposes.
2. Commercial Units. Prepaid taps which are leased to tenants in a_ commercial
building are thereafter committed to use in the units within that building, and
the taps cannot be transferred or conveyed separately or outside of that
commercial building but can be transferred to any unit within the building.
3. Notice. It is the burden of the prepaid tap owner to notify the District in
writing by certified mail, return receipt requested, of any lease agreements for
prepaid taps, and both the owner and the tenant must acknowledge and agree
to abide by Conditions I and 2, above.
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8.00 ~Main Line Extensions
.01 -MAIN SIZES: The minimum size water main shall be eight inches (8") in diameter
and the minimum size sewer main shall be eight inches (8") in diameter, except as
specifically authorized by the Board.
.02-APPLICATION FQR LINE EXTENSION: The fees and charges provisions of
Article VII of These Rules and Regulations are also applicable to this Article VIII.
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It shall be unlawful for any person to construct a line extension within the jurisdiction
of the Board without first having made formal application to the Board for approval
and having complied with these Rules and Regulations and any other requirements set
forth by the Board.
All line extensions within the jurisdiction of the Board shall be made under the
observation of the District's engineer. Plans for such extensions shall be submitted to
the Board along with application for a line extension. Said plans shall be approved
for compliance with the District's service plan and such study for compliance shall be
at the Customer's expense. All line extensions shall be constructed according to the
District's specifications and procedures set forth in Appendix B, these Rules and
Regulations, and all federal, state, county and local requirements.
Any property owner within the District seeking a line extension may be required to
enter into a line extension agreement or line connection agreement with the District
setting forth the respective rights and obligations of the parties regarding the
provision of District service to the subject property. Any line extension or line
connection agreement entered into by and between the District and a property owner
following approval of the agreement by the District shall be executed and returned to
the District by the property owner within forty-five ( 45) days from receipt of the
agreement. If the line extension agreement is not executed and returned to the
District by the property within forty-five ( 45) days from receipt thereof, the District's
prior approval of the agreement shall be null and void and of no further force and
effect, and a new reques~ for approval of the agreement shall be required; provided
however, that the District may extend said 45-day execution deadline prior to its
expiration for an additional 30-day period upon good cause shown by the property
owner.
LOCATION OF LINE EXIENSIQNS AND ADDITIONS: Line extensions shall be
installed in roads or streets which the County, State Highway Department or other
public agency has accepted for maintenance as public rights-of-way, or in easements
granted to the District.
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When agreement has been reached between the District and the Developer with
regard to engineering layout and design and preliminary cost estimates for the work,
the Developer may be required to deposit in advance with the District an amount
equal to the cost of construction, including engineering, inspection and legal fees
which may be required. The size of any construction cost Deposit required under this
section shall be reduced by the amount of any performance guarantee or other Deposit
for construction of the project which the Developer provides to a county or other
governmental entity. In addition to the above deposit, the Developer shall deposit in
advance with the District the As-Built Drawing Deposit required by Section 8.05 .
The amount of both deposits shall be determined by the Board in its sole discretion.
Construction costs shall include acquisition of rights-of-way or easements, valves, fire
hydrants and any other facilities and appurtenances of all mains.
In the event the original deposit is insufficient, the Developer shall, upon notification,
immediately deposit the balance due with the District to complete the work.
Inspection fees on lines constructed by a Developer shall be paid by the Developer,
Contractor or others doing work within the District. Such costs shall include review
of drawings and speculations, meetings, inspections and any other time required of the
District's engineer.
Prior to the acceptance of main lines by the District, all easements necessary for the
installation and maintenance of such lines, or any lines or facilities required in
conjunction with them, shall be platted and conveyed to the District by bill of sale and
warranty deed duly recorded in the County real estate records.
The Developer shall also submit to the District's Engineer a summary of actual costs
incurred by the Developer for the line extension project and reproducible As-Built
Drawings as required by Section 8.05. Where sewer lines are extended, the
Developer shall also submit, at his or her cost, a video tape .of the interiors of the
extended lines. Additionally, the Developers shall submit a two-year warranty
guaranteeing to the District that the facilities have been constructed in a good and
workmanlike manner for a period of two (2) years from the date of acceptance of the
facility by the District. The guarantee shall be in a format acceptable to the District
and shall be secured, if required, by the District in the form of security acceptable to
the District. The District will not accept any main line extension until the District
Engineer has reviewed and approved the As-Built Drawings, video tape of extended
sewer lines, two-year warranty, and summary of actual costs. The District may deny
seivice through any main line extension until the above requirements have been met
and the main line extension has been accepted. Submitted video tapes of sewer lines
shall become the property of the District upon acceptance of the extended sewer lines.
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Developers who have completed construction of main line extensions shall, upon the
District's acceptance of such lines for connection, convey such lines and all
appurtenances to the District, free and clear of all liens and encumbrances. The
deposit furnished as provided above shall be held by the District to cover all
maintenance of such lines for two (2) years from the date the District accepts the
lines, or for two (2) years from the date the final As-Built Drawings for the project
are received by the District and approved by the District engineer, whichever last
occurs.
AS-BlITLT DMWINGS DEPOSIT FORFEITURE: Reproducible As-Built
Drawings, prepared and submitted according to the specifications and procedures set
forth in Section 3. 04 of Chapter I of Appendix B, shall be furnished to the District for
every line extension project. No line extension project shall be approved, and no
extended main lines shall be accepted by the District until satisfactory As-Built
Drawings for the project are received by the District and approved by the District
Engineer.
In addition to the deposit required under Section 8. 04 for the cost of a line extension
project, the Developer shall deposit with the District an amount to be determined by
the Board, but at least $2,000 in cash, to ensure that satisfactory As-Built Drawings
for the project are submitted to the District. The Board shall determine the amount
of the As-Built Drawings deposit based on the District Engineer's estimate of the cost
to prepare such drawings for each line extension project. Said Deposit shall not be
released back to the Developer until satisfactory As-Built Drawings are submitted by
the Developer and approved by the District Engineer.
In the event that satisfactory As-Built Drawings are not received by the District within
thirty (30) days of the completion of construction, as required by the above
provisions, the District shall mail a written notice to the Developer. The notice shall
specify the date, time, and place of a hearing in which the Board will consider
forfeiture of the As-Built Drawings-Depc,git; ana-taHaagorre why forfeiture may be
required. The notice shall be mailt:tl uuL It:~~ Llum Lt:u (IO) <lays before the hearing,
to the last known address of the Developer. At the hearing, the Developer shall be
allowed to present testimony and other evidence. Ifin the opinion of the Board the
Developer's failure to submit acceptable As-Built Drawings should not be excused,
the As-Built Drawings Deposit shall be forfeited as liquidated daniages. Such
forfeiture of the As-Built Drawings Deposit shall be ordered by formal written
resolution of the Board, and said Deposit shall be used to obtain acceptable As-Built
Drawings of the project .
SPECIAL STRUCTURES: Special structures required to insure proper operation
of line extensions shall be constructed from designs of the District's engineer and the
cost of construction shall be the responsibility of the constructor.
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OVERSIZING: The District may, at its option, require the construction of main lines
of a size larger than the minimum sizes otherwise required by the District for service
to a Developer's property. Participation by District in the cost of installation of
oversized mains shall be at the sole discretion of the Board.
PRESERVATION OF GRAVITY SEWER SYSTEM: In those instances where
pumping stations and force mains are required, the sewerage system shall be so
designed as to permit eventual connection into a gravity system with a minimum of
expense. Where practicable, easements shall be provided and lines constructed to
connect into the gravity system. The District may, in its discretion, require deposits
to insure the eventual construction of gravity lines .
EXTENSION OF MAIN LINE TO DESIGNATED POINT REQUIRED: The
Developer shall extend any main line constructed pursuant to this article to a point on
the Developer's property to be designated by the Board, so that District systems may
continue beyond the Developer's property. The Board shall determine the point to
which each new main line shall be extended based on the advice of the District
Engineer, in accordance with the District Service Plan and the logical extension of
service to adjoining properties. The Board shall also take into consideration pre-
existing easements and rights-of-way, and Developer-dedicated easements and rights-
of-way in designating the point to which each main line shall be extended.
LINE EXTENSION CONSTRUCTION BY DISTRICT: Notwithstanding any
provision of this Article, the District itself may, in its discretion, extend lines under
such conditions as the Board deems appropriate. The Board shall oversee such line
extension projects, and, in conjunction with the District engineer and attorney, carry
out all necessary planning, evaluation of bids, selection of contractors, financing,
right-of-way acquisition, inspections and preparation of As-Built Drawings. Where
water and sewer mains cannot be installed in a street, private drive or common area,
and must be installed in ease~:it§-s!er.g-aajKaeat-jlfee&efproperty, the lines will
terminate at point on the line u1 w111c1 uf the I'' vyc11 y uciug served which requires
the least amount of construction by the District.
The Contractor selected by the Disirici: shall ·furnish 'to the District a Deposit, as that
term is defined in Section 2. I 3, equal to one hundred percent ( 100%) of the contract
or construction cost on all main line construction contracted for by the District. The
Deposit shall remain in effect for one ( 1) year after the District accepts any main line
extension. (See Sections 8.09, 8.04 Paragraph 5, old Rules and Regulations.)
EXJENSIONS OF WATER AND SEWER MAINS TO SERVE l!NPLATTED
PROPERTY INSIDE THE DISTRICT: Extension of water and sewer lines to serve
property already in the District, but not part of a platted subdivision, shall be financed
by the constructor, subject to the right of reimbursement as hereinafter provided, as
otherwise provided by future agreement, or as provided in Prepaid Tap Agreements .
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EXTENSIONS OF MAINS OUTSIDE TIIE DISTRICT UMITS: No main lines
shall be extended outside the District limits, except with the purpose of service
property that is within the District (across islands, or between peninsulas).
Exceptions may be granted upon the express consent of the Board of Directors under
the terms of a revocable pennit.
CONNECTING WATER MAIN LOOPS: Connecting water main loops and cross-
ties within a subdivision shall be constructed and paid for by the Developer. If the
connecting loop is such that property outside the subdivision abuts such loops or ties,
and connections are made to such lines, the reimbursement provision of Article IX of
these Rules and Regulations shall apply.
SOIL COMPACTION TESTS: Whenever a developer or individual seeking water or
sewer service from the District is required to obtain a road cut permit from a
governmental entity to install a water or sewer line in an existing public road, such
person shall be required to provide the District's engineer with soil compaction tests
from a registered soils engineer. The soils engineer shall conduct a minimum of one
test for each layer or lift for each 250 linear feet or less of trench during construction
as determined by the District's engineer, to confirm that ninety-five (95%) of
maximum density based upon ASTM D69 or AASHTO T99 has been achieved. The
District engineer will refuse to accept or approve lines which have been installed in
public roads if such compaction tests results are not submitted and approved by the
District's engineer .
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9.00 -Line Extension Fees and Reimbursements
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LINE EXTENSION FEES: In addition to the District's regular tap fee, the District
may collect from all persons desiring to connect to an installed water and/or sewer
main, a line extension fee. The line extension fee shall be based on the size in acres
of the property to be served by the new connection, the zoning of the property, the
existing and potential uses of the property, the potential EQR demand from the
property, and any other factors which the Board of Directors believes should be
considered in arriving at an equitable reimbursement to the Developer.
The line extension fee charged against the benefitted property shall not exceed the
actual cost, including engineering fees, of the extension, plus interest at the rate of
twelve percent (12%) per annum from the date said line is accepted by the District.
All line extension fees charged pursuant to this section shall be due and payable at the
time a tap permit is issued:
REJMRURSEMEN[S: The District shall pay to the constructor of a water or sewer
main line, extension fees collected on such line for a period of five (5) years after
execution by the constructor and District of the contract for extension of such line.
Upon application prior to the termination of the initial five-year period, and upon
District approval, such reimbursements shall continue for a maximum of five (5)
additional years. The constructor's right to such reimbursement shall permanently
cease at that time, regardless of the amount of reimbursement received. In no event,
shall the reimbursement exceed the constructor's total construction cost of the water
and/or sewer main, plus interest at the rate of 12% per annum from the date of
completion of construction, less the standard administrative fee of $100 per EQR
withheld by the District.
LINE EXIENSION AGREEMBN'fS: No line extension fee shall be collected by the
District or reimbursed to any Developer unless the District and Developer have
previously entered into a written Line Extension Agreement containing provisions
setting forth at least the following:
(A) The amount of each line extension fee to be charged .
(B) The Developer's right to reimbursement by means of the line extension fees .
(C) The procedure by which the District shall collect the line extension fees and
forward them to the Developer, including time limitations.
(D) The right of the District to retain an administrative fee of at least $100 from
each line extension fee collected.
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In addition, however, an agreement that the Developer will not hold the
District itself liable for payment of the line extension fees, or for any failure
to collect the line extension fees.
All terms and conditions of the Line Extension Agreement shall comply with Articles
VIII and IX of these Rules and Regulations.
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10.00 -Water Right Dedication Requirements
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INTENT AND PURPOSE: It is the intent and purpose of this Article to require the
dedication of water rights prior to the extension of treated water service to new
customers; to ensure that the quantity of water so dedicated be equal to the quantity
of water ultimately required to satisfy the uses of the new customers; to thereby
assure an adequate and stable supply of water to the Mid Valley Metropolitan District
service area; to prevent the abandonment of water rights to the detriment of the
District; to ensure the financial stability of the District water utility; and to promote
the general welfare of the public.
BASIC DEDICATION REQUIREMENTS:
(A) A dedication or transfer of direct flow and/or storage water rights to the
District shall be required prior to the approval of the annexation of any land
to the District; prior to all extensions of treated water service outside the
District's boundaries; and prior to the District providing or extending any
potable water service within the District after April 7, 1987.
(B) The dedication requirement shall be calculated in accordance with the EQR
Schedule in Appendix A, and Section C below, on forms provided by the
District. Such forms shall be accompanied by an historical use affidavit. For
those persons whose total EQR value, for purposes of compliance with
subsection (C) or (D) of this Section is greater than 30 EQR, no historical use
affidavit shall be required; but an engineering analysis acceptable to the
District, of the historic use of the water rights proposed for dedication, shall
be required.
( C) The basic dedication requirement for District water service with standard
sewer shall be 0.2 acre-feet per year of historic consumptive use from a water
riSht of sufficient legal priority for each EQR of water use calculated under
the EQR Schedule in Appendix A.
(D) Except as stated below, the basic dedication requirement for District water
service with evapo-transpirative sewer shall be 1.0 acre-feet per year of
historic consumptive use from a water right of sufficient legal priority, for
each EQR of water use calculated under the EQR Schedule in Appendix A
With regard to any EQR value assigned by the EQR Schedule for irrigated
green space, the basic dedication shall be 0.20 acre-feet per EQR.
(E) The basic dedication requirement for raw water or other uses not listed under
the EQR Schedule in Appendix A shall be the quantity of water that ultimately
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will be required to satisfy the use or uses contemplated by the user. If a party
required to dedicate water pursuant to this Article can establish by a
preponderance of the evidence that his or her actual use will be less than that
calculated under the EQR Schedule, that party shall only be required to
dedicate the lesser amount.
(F) The basic requirement shall be satisfied by the person seeking approval of
annexation, resubdivision, replatting, or the extension of treated water service
outside the District, whether or not that person will be the ultimate user( s ).
( G) Sufficient water rights shall be dedicated so as to enable the District to divert
a quantity of water, at any point of diversion it may determine, adequate to
allow total consumptive use by the District of the quantities of water
calculated under subsection (B) hereof.
PRQCEPURE:
(A) In accordance with the basic requirements set forth in Section 10.02, the
Board of Directors shall determine, after consultation with a person or
persons skilled in the knowledge of water rights, whether the water rights
proposed for dedication pursuant to the provisions of these Rules and
Regulations will be of sufficient priority under the laws of the state to ensure
the District's ability to meet the service demands of the new user. This
detennination will be aided by a historic use affidavit or engineering report
which shall be provided by the new user.
(B) The Board ofDirectors shall have the right, in its sole discretion, to accept or
reject any water rights proposed for dedication which it detennines to be
without sufficient legal priority. If the Board of Directors determines that the
water rights proposed for dedication fail to satisfy the basic dedication
requirement, or that additional water rights cannot at this time be put to
beneficial use, or for other good cause are not needed, the following
alternatives, or combination thereof, may lie usea i6 oiliefV'ise satisfy the
basic dedication requirement:
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(2)
The person required to comply with the basic dedication requirement
may pay to the District a cash amount to be determined by the Board
in its discretion.
The Board of Directors may, in its discretion, negotiate with the new
user to establish other terms or conditions by contract which shall
constitute compliance with the basic dedication requirement of this
Article.
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( C) The new user shall dedicate the appropriate water rights to the District by
filing with the Board of Directors an offer thereof. It is the intent of this
Article that no water service shall be extended to a new user until the
appropriate water rights have been dedicated to the District. However, if
there are matters pending resolution in the water court concerning the water
rights to be dedicated, or if there is other delay beyond the control of the new
user, the Board of Directors shall have the discretion to approve the extension
of such water service prior to the dedication of water rights to the District.
(D) The new user shall bear all costs and expenses attendant to the dedication of
water rights to the District, including legal and engineering fees, filing and
recording costs.
AGRICULTURAL AND OPEN SPACE PRQPERTY: This subsection shall apply
if the owner of property proposed to be annexed, resubdivided, replatted, or to be
served with water service outside the District's boundaries desires to retain the land,
or any portion thereof, in agricultural production or as open space prior to
development. Such owner shall be pennitted to lease back, on an annual basis and for
irrigation, stock water, aesthetic, recreational, or historic purposes only, the water
rights transferred pursuant to this Article. The terms of the lease shall be negotiated
with the Board of Directors.
EXCEPTIONS: This Article does not apply to the extension of new treated water
service for which the basic dedication requirement has been previously been fulfilled.
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the land to be served shall be irrigated with raw water, and an infrastructure
for this purpose does not exist, the District and the Developer shall enter an
agreement upon the design, construction and payment of such infrastructure,
including ditches and/or pipelines, flow meters, and appurtenant facilities
through which lands will be served. In the construction of such an
infrastructure, the Board of Directors in its discretion may require the
Developer to oversize any ditches, pipelines or appurtenant facilities at the
Developer's expense in order to allow the District to deliver raw irrigation
water to other water users in the District. If the Developer oversizes raw
water irrigation facilities, it shall be entitled a rebate for the costs of
oversizing, to be paid by surcharges upon future users of the oversized
facilities. The District may, but is not obligated to, participate financially in
the planning and construction of any raw water irrigation system established
under this Article. All raw water irrigation facilities shall be designed and
constructed in a nianner that allows each customer to take its raw irrigation
water without disturbing the flow of irrigation water to other customers.
Customers shall pay the rates for raw irrigation water as established from time
to time by the Board of Directors.
If the District and the Developer determine and agree that the parks and
irrigated green space within the land shall be served by raw water irrigation
rights, and the Board of Directors approves such plan, then all parks and
irrigated green space within the lands served shall be irrigated solely from the
raw water source. This restriction, if imposed, shall be a covenant running
with the land, and in the event the Developer subdivides the property, this
restriction shall be a covenant running with each parcel thereby created, and
shall be binding upon the owners of each parcel. In the event the Developer
establishes an association for its development, the enforcement of this
covenant shall be the responsibility of the association, which shall assess
penalties for violations of the same which are at least as stringent as the
penalties contained in Article I. 04 of these Rules and Regulations. The
Developer and/or Association shall enforce any restriction on the use of raw
irrigation water, including those contained in the covenants for the land and
any agreement between the District and the Developer.
(D) The District shall have the right to refuse potable water service to any
Developer until compliance with the provisions of this section.
(E) At its sole discretion, the Board of Directors may waive or modify the
requirements of this section. Such waiver or modification shall be for good
cause only, shown in writing to the Board, and shall include, but not be
limited to, the following:
(1) Evidence that strict enforcement of any requirement in this section
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outweigh the benefits to the District from such enforcement;
(2) Evidence that the parks and irrigated green space within the lands
sought to be served by the District cannot practically, feasiblely or
economically be irrigated with raw water; or
(3) Evidence that the Developer will provide or has provided a benefit or
benefits to the District which will outweigh the impacts of
enforcement of this section.
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APPENDIX A
I. FEE SCHEDULE
Standard District Tap Fees
1. Water
2. Se"".er
District Sewer Charges (per month)
District Water Service Charges (per month)
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Rate Block 1: first 7200 gallons per EQR
Rate Bfock 2: next 5760 gallons per EQR
Rate Block 3: any quantity over 12,960 gallons
perEQR
Base rate (in addition to above rates)
Per-Gallon Service Charges
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2.
3.
For irrigation water service pursuant
to Section 4. 06
For water service from District fire
hydrants pursuant to Section 4.07(A)
For water service from District fire
hydrants used by the Basalt and Rural
Fire Protection District or any other
person or entity for fire fighting
purposes pursuant to Section 4. 07 (B)
Construction Standby Fees Pursuant to Section 7.09(E)
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District Water Service (per month)
District Sewer Service (per month)
F. Miscellaneous Fees and Charges
1. For each inspection of a water or
sewer connection
2. For each water or sewer connection
or disconnection, line blocking, or
$2,800/EQR
$4,200/EQR
$24.05/EQR
$1.07/1,000 gallons
$1.60/1,000 gallons
$2.14/1,000 gallons
$4.28 per account
$1.07/1,000 gallons
$1.60/1,000 gallons
$1.07/1,000 gallons
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location, excavation, and materials)
For turning on or turning off water
service (does not include location,
excavation, and materials)
For final readings.
Location, excavation, and materials
Portable Toilet Waste Annual
Discharge Permit
Returned Check Fee
(for each time a check is returned unpaid)
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CLASS OF USE
A. RESIDENTIAL CLASSIFICATIONS
1. Single Family Residential J Jnits.
Single family homes, individually billed mobile homes
mobile homes on single lots, and mobiles homes
established as permanent residences (no more than
one (1) kitchen per unit).
(a) For irrigated green space, such as
lawns and gardens, see Section (D)(2) below.
(b) For irrigation of common areas or
parks in subdivisions of single-family
residential units, see Section (D)(l) below.
NOTE: Swimming pools, hot tubs, and spas are
additive, per section D(3), below.
2. Secondazy Residential Units. Guest houses,
separate apartments attached to Single Family
Residential Units, and other separate residential units
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· $25.00/each
$15.00/each
Actual Cost
$250.00
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cl containing their own separate kitchens, use Multi See Paragraph
Family Residential Unit Classification below. (A)4Below
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composed of two (2) Single Family Residential
Units of substantially the same square footage
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included in the above values. Only one kitchen is
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one kitchen, then additional EQR values should be
assigned in accordance with the values given for
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similar facilities in the same complex, and small
cabins in courts not associated with motels.
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mobile home parks, donnitories, recreational vehicle
parks, short-term rental units in residences, bed and
breakfast establishments, and similar facilities.
NOTE: Values include laundry facilities in mobile homes.
Otherwise, laundry facilities, central kitchen· facilities,
and swimming pools, hot tubs, and spas are additive. Room
counts shall include rooms furnished to employees. Values
for recreational vehicle parks include central bath house
facility, but not laundry, retail, or restaurant spaces.
(a) Manager's unit, use multi-family or
Single Family Residential Unit classification
as applicable (per unit).
(b) Motels, hotels, and rooming houses
without kitchen facilities.
CLASS OF USE
i. Rooms having not more than two
(2) beds (per rental unit).
ii. Rooms having more than two (2)
beds per rental unit (per additional
bed).
( c) Motels with kitchen facilities.
i. Units having not more than two
(2) available beds (per each
available bed).
ii. Units having more than two (2)
available bed spaces (per rental unit).
( d) Mobile home parks (per each available
space or per living unit).
( e) Donnitories without cooking facilities
(per each rental bed)
(t) Recreational vehicle parks (spaces filled
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by recreational vehicles on a year-round basis shall
be evaluated under the "mobile home park" category).
i. Camping or vehicle spaces with-
out sewer hookup (per space).
ii. Camping or vehicle spaces with
sewer hookup (per space).
iii. Camper dump station.
(g) Add for central laundry facilities
(per washing machine or available hookup).
(h) Add for central kitchen facilities per
Section B(l ).
CLASS OF USE
(i) For irrigated green space, such as
lawns and garden, see Section (D)(2) below.
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By Special
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NOTE: Initial Tap Fees, System Development Fees, and monthly service charges for all
Multi-Family Residential Units and Transient Residential Units, during construction, shall be
calculated on the basis of 1.0 EQRs of service per building. Said initial Tap Fees and System
Development Fees shall be paid by the customer to the District at the time the user submits
an application for a tap permit, which shall occur prior to the issuance of a building permit by
the County or Town, and prior to physical connection to the District's water or sewer
systems, whichever o6curs first. The balance of the Tap Fees and System Development Fees
for all Multi-Family Residential Units and Transient Residential Units, calculated according
to this Section A, shall be due and payable immediately upon receipt of the temporary or
permanent Certificate of Occupancy for the structure in question. Service charges accruing
after receipt of the temporary or permanent Certificate of Occupancy shall be adjusted in
accordance with section 7. 04 of these Rules and Regulations.
COMMERCIAL CLASSIFICATIONS
1. Restaurants Bars and Drive-Ins.
Restaurants, bars, lounges, banquet rooms, and drive-ins.
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(b) Banquet rooms (per 10 seats).
(c) Drive-ins (per car stall).
2. Laundromats (commercial laundries evaluated
per (B)(4) and (B)(S), below)
i. Per building, use (B)(4), below.
ii. Per washing machine or available
hookup.
3. Service Stations.
i. Per fuel nozzle.
ii. Add for each bay/rack where cars
can be washed.
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4. Commercial or Public Buildings. Non-grocery
stores, offices and industrial warehouses, (having no
process water or non-domestic waste loads, and which
use the sanitary sewer only for nonsolid waste disposal):
(a) For each toilet or urinal with manual flush
mechanism.
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(d) For each shower, tub or combination.
( e) For each washing machine or available
hook-up.
(f) For each other water-using fixture or
appliance except as otherwise specified in this table,
including drinking fountains which are not continuous
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(g) Continuous flow drinking or decorative
fountains (nonrecycling).
5. Barber/Beauty Shops. (per chair).
6. Theaters (per 25 seats or part thereof).
7. Grocery Stores. (per 1000 square feet or part thereof).
8. Commercial establishments which discharge process
water to the collection system shall be evaluated based on Section
(4), above, and based on the metered water inflow (per 1,000 gpd,
·maximum day).
9. Irrigated Green Space. For irrigated green space, such as
lawns and garden, see Section (D)(2) below.
CLASS OF USE
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NOTE: Initial Tap Fees, System Development Fees, and monthly service charges for all
Commercial Classifications, during construction, shall be calculated on the basis of 1.0 EQRs
of service per building. Said initial Tap Fees and System Development Fees shall be paid by
the customer to the District at the time the user submits an application for a tap permit, which
shall occur prior to the issuance of a building permit by the County or Town, and prior to
physical connection to the District's water or sewer systems, whichever first occurs. The
balance of the Tap Fees and System Development Fees for all Commercial Classifications,
calculated according to this Section B, shall be due and payable immediately upon receipt of
the temporary or permanent, whichever first occurs, Certificate of Occupancy for the
commercial structure in question. Service charges accruing after receipt of the temporary or
permanent Certificate of Occupancy shall be adjusted in accordance with section 7. 04 of these
Rules and Regulations. In any instance in which it is unclear which EQR value to assign to
a commercial structure, the lowest EQR value for commercial classifications shall be used,
subject to later adjustment at the Board's sole discretion. Any change in use of a commercial
structure may be subject to increased fees and charges in accordance with Section 6.05 of
these Rules and Regulations.
C. CHURCH AND SCHQOL CLASSIFICATIONS
1. Churches. (per 100 seats; rectories or other living areas
are additive).
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2. Schools. Day care centers, public and private day schools
including administrative centers, warehouses, buildings for equipment
repair and/or storage (such as for buses). Swimming pools, hot tubs,
spas and similar facilities are additive. Staff includes teachers,
librarians, custodians, and administrative personnel associated with
school functions.
(a) Without gym or cafeteria (per 50 potential
students and staft).
(b) Without gym but with cafeteria, or with gym
but without cafeteria (per 50 potential students and staft) ..
( c) With gym and cafeteria (per 50 potential
students and staft). ·
3. Irri~ted Green Space. For irrigated green space such as
lawns and garden, see Section (D)(2) below.
CLASS OF USE
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NOTE: Initial Tap Fees, System Development Fees, and monthly service charges for all
Church and School Classifications, during construction, shall be calculated on the basis of 1. 0
EQRs of service per building. Said initial Tap Fees and System Development-Fees shall be
paid by the customer to the District at the time the user submits an application for a tap
pellllit, which shall occur prior to the issuance of a building pellllit by the County or Town,
and prior to physical connection to the District's water or sewer systems, whichever first
occurs. The balance of the Tap Fees and System Development Fees for all Church and
School Classifications, calculated according to this Section C, shall be due and payable
immediately upon receipt of the temporary or permanent, whichever first occurs, Certificate
of Occupancy for the structure in question. Service charges acCruing after receipt of the
temporary or permanent Certificate of Occupancy shall be adjusted in accordance with section
7.04 of these Rules and Regulations.
SPECIAL CLASSIFICATIONS
1. Common Areas Parks and Vacant Lands. (For each
1, 000 square feet or fraction thereof of irrigated
green space
2. Irrigated Green Space.
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associated Secondary Residential Units), Duplexes, and
Multi-Family Residential Units shall be allowed 3500
square feet of irrigated green space for each 1.0 EQR
otherwise calculated under this schedule. If the calcu-
lation results in a fractional EQR value (e.g. 1.5 EQR),
the allowed square feet of irrigated green space shall be
detennined by multiplying the EQR value by 3500 (e.g.
1.5 x 3500 = 5250 square feet of irrigated green space
allowed).
For each additional I 000 square feet or fraction
thereof of irrigated green space above the allowed
amount, add
(e.g. 1.0 EQR, but 5000 square feet of irrigated green
space --1500 square feet above the 3500 square feet
allowed: 1.5 (thousand square feet) x 0.15 = 0.225
EQR added to the Customer's EQR value.)
CLASS OF USE
(b) Transient Residential Units,
Commercial Classifications, and Church and
School Classifications shall be assigned
additional EQR values for all irrigated
green space. Add, for each 1.0 EQR otherwise
calculated under this schedule, an additional
0.35 EQR for any irrigated green space up to
3500 square feet per EQR (e.g. 2.0 EQRs with
4000 square feet of irrigated green space equals
2000 square feet of irrigated green space per
l.OEQR. 2.0 EQRs x 0.35 each= 0.70 additional
EQR. Total EQR value will be 2.70 EQR.)
Add, for each 1.0 EQR otherwise calculated
under this schedule, an additional 0.15 EQR
for each 1000 square feet of irrigated green
space beyond 3 500 square feet per EQR.
(E.g. 2.0 EQRs with 8500 square feet of
irrigated green space equals 4250 square
feet of irrigated green space per EQR. The
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irrigated green space per EQR adds 0.15 per
EQR, or a total of0.30 EQR. Total EQR value
equals 2.0 plus 0.70 plus 0.30, or 3.0 EQR.)
3. Swjmmina Pools Hot Iubs Spas.
(a) Separate buildings which house swimming
pools or hot tubs, and which are not covered by any
other classification in this fee schedule, shall be evaluated
under Section (B)(4), above, as well as the following.
(b) Swimming pools, per 25,000 gallons of
capacity (lesser amounts shall be prorated accordingly)
( c) Hot tubs and spas, greater than 500 gallons.
( d) Hot tubs and spas, less than 500 gallons.
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4. Unclassified Uses. For any water use or water-
using structure or appliance not otherwise covered by this
schedule, the Board of Directors shall determine the EQR
value on a case-by-case basis according to anticipated water
use and consumption.
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APPENDIX B
MID VALLEY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Revised
July 1991
Prepared By:
Schrnueser Gordon Meyer, Inc.
118 W. 6th St., Suite 200
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
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' ] II. WATER TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION LINES ............ B-06
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: ) IV. FIRE PROTECTION FACILITIES ................................ B-15
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1.00 GENERAL
1. 01 ~· This section shall cover the required submittal material necessary for the Mid Valley
Metropolitan District to review a water or sewer project to ensure that it confinns to these
regulations. Included in this section are the requirements on preliminary, final and as-built drawings,
specifications, soils reports, and other supporting documents. Finally, this section will cover the
submission and review procedures to be followed for the Mid Valley Metropolitan District .
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submittal, specifications, calculations and soils reports.
2.02 Tille Sheet. The first sheet of the drawings shall be the title sheet and shall have the following
shown thereon.
A Location map, North arrow, numerical and graphical scale.
B. Index to sheet of the drawings.
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D.
General notes.
Title block. The title block should not include the words "Title Sheet", but should
contain the project name and a description of the information shown thereon.
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Scale: One inch = 50 feet. Show scale numerically and graphically.
North arrow.
Show outline of water main and service lines. Show centerline of water line with
appropriate ties to centerline of street or survey control lines, curbs, property lines or
right-of-way lines.
Show right-of-way or easement lines, street centerline and name, property lines,
curbs, gutters, cross gutters, sidewalks, driveways, paving and other improvements,
existing and proposed.
On each sheet of the plan, show a sufficient number of typical sections to give the
relative location of surface and underground improvements with respect to proposed
water main. Indicate size, type and other appurtenant data for all improvements. If
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a transmission line is being proposed, then both a plan and profile view shall be
provided.
Drawings shall be on standard 24" x 3 611 sheets.
Utilities, sewers and stonn drains.
I] Indicate the type, size and ownership of all existing utilities in streets or
rights-of-way or rights-of-way in which the water line is to be connected. Tie
utilities, sewers, house connections and stonn drains to streets rights-of-way
centerline or to street property line.
2] Indicate portions of existing utilities that are to be abandoned because of
water construction.
H. Details. At intersections where tees, crosses, valves and concrete reaction blocks are
to be provided, or at any other sections of the lines where a large number of fittings
will be involved, show a large scale view of the appurtenances with dimensions to
each -separate fitting.
2.04 Calculations. Two sets of calculations supporting the design criteria used shall be furnished
with the preliminary drawings. Each sheet of calculations shall be dated and have the name or initials
of individual making the calculations. All calculations shall be by a professional engineer registered
in the State of Colorado.
2.05 Soils Report. A soils investigation report shall be provided with the preliminary drawings only
upon special request by the Mid Valley Metropolitan District. If such a report is requested, sufficient
subsurface exploration borings and analyses shall be made to permit the Mid Valley Metropolitan
District to make an adequate assessment of any soil problems which may be encountered. The soil
investigation report shall contain the findings and supporting data for the following:
A. The relative density type and extent of material to be encountered.
B. Excavation problems.
c. Location and extent of excavation.
D. The suitability of excavated materials for use as backfill or bedding.
E. The compaction characteristics of the soils.
F. The groundwater level and conditions.
G. The earth resistivity, moisture content, pH, degree of variation, presence of sulfates,
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and the likelihood of stray, direct currents.
Test Holes. The depth oftest holes shall be at least two feet below the proposed
pipeline elevation. The spacing of test holes shall be a minimum of 600 feet or where
unusual conditions exist. The spacing shall be such to adequately define soil .
2.06 Surveys. All the existing conditions, including rights-of-way easements and horizontal and
vertical control information, shall be prepared by a registered land surveyor in the State of Colorado.
3.00 SUBMISSION AND REVIEW PROCEDURE
3. 0 I Procedures. This section shall cover the procedures and time frame necessary to submit water
or sewer drawings to the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
3.02 · Prelimimu:y Drawing Review.
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B.
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Four sets of blueprints and specifications of the proposed water system accompanied
by two sets of supporting data shall be submitted to the District at least 45 days prior
to a regular meeting of the District Board. The preliminary drawings and
specifications of the proposed water system shall be reviewed in general and, if in
acceptable fonn for processing, shall be referred by the water system supervisor to the
following offices and interested persons for study and recommendation at least 30
days prior to a regular Board meeting.
I] The District Engineer
2] Eagle County
3] Mid Valley Metropolitan District
When transmitting the preliminary drawings and specifications for review, the District
shall indicate to the reviewing agency the date and time of the District meeting at
which the proposed water system will be discussed and formal action taken by the
Board.
At the regular meeting of the Mid Valley Metropolitan District Board at which the
proposed water system is to be considered, the Board shall review all written and oral
recommendations presented and shall, upon diligent evaluation of the facts, approve
or disapprove the preliminary plans for the proposed water and sewer system.
Should the Board approve the preliminary plans, written notice of said approval shall
be transmitted to the Applicant along with any modifications required by the District.
Such approval of preliminary plans shall permit the Applicant to prepare final
construction drawings in accordance with the standards established by the Board and
incorporate any modifications required by the District.
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3.03 Final Drawing Review
A. Final drawings and specifications shall be prepared in the fonn prescribed for
preliminary drawing requirements. In addition, the title sheet shall provide a space for
certification of approval by the Board of the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Final drawings consisting of two sets of blueline prints and two sets of sepia
transparencies of original tracings from which clear, legible prints can be obtained
shall be submitted to the Board for final review at least 1 O days prior to a regular
meeting of the Board.
If the final drawings are found to be in compliance with the District's standards and
these regulations and any modifications requested by the Board, the District shall
recommend approval of the plans at the next regular Board meeting.
1f the final drawings and specifications are found not be to be in compliance with the
District standards and any modifications requested by the Board, the Districi Engineer
shall recommend disapproval of the plans and submit a written itemization of the
deficiencies at the next regular meeting of the Board. Non-conformity of the final
plans with the District's standards ad requirements of the Board may result in
disapproval of the project by the District.
The Applicant is strongly advised against receiving construction bids or beginning
construction until certification of approval of final plans and specifications has been
received from the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
3. 04 As-Built Drawings. Two sets of as-built drawings consisting of sepia or mylar transparencies
' 1 of the original drawings from which clear, legible prints can be obtained, shall be submitted to the
. i District within 30 days of completion of construction. Said drawings shall be prepared according to
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A certified survey shall be provided to the District which shall show the location of
the water and sewer line to permanent physical objects located in the field. All valves,
tees, curb boxes, hydrants, storage tanks and pump stations and other major
appurtenances shall be given two swing ties to a physical pennanent object in the
field. In all cases, the distance from water line and appurtenance items shall be
dimensioned to rights-of-way easements and property lines.
All benchmarks used on the project to determine water line depth shall be shown on
the drawings and shall be based up U.S.G.S datum.
All sewer lines shall have MH rim and invert elevations, percent slope and horizontal
distance of each line between MH's shown. Sewer service lines stubbed to property
lines shall have to swing ties provided to pennanent objects and shall be marked with
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fence posts.
Manufacturer's literature and product data, including catalog sheets and descriptive
literature for all materials and equipment used, shall be provided with as-built
drawings.
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IL WATER TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION LINES
1.00 GENERAL
1.01 Scope. This section shall include all materials, labor, equipment and miscellaneous items
necessary to install all raw water, potable water transmission and distribution pipelines and
appurtenances as specified herein for the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
I . 02 Protection of Work. All pipe, fittings, valves and equipment shall be carefully handled, stored
and protected to prevent damage to materials, protective coatings and linings. At no time shall such
materials be dropped or dumped into the trench.
Precautions shall be taken to prevent foreign matter from entering the pipe, fittings and valves prior
to and during installation. No debris, tools, clothing or any other material shall be placed in the pipe
during installation. Whenever pipe installation is suspended, either temporarily or overnight, the open
end of the pipe shall be sealed with a water-tight plug to prevent the entrance of trench water, debris
or foreign matter into the pipeline system ·
Under no circumstances shall trench water be allowed to enter the pipeline. When water is present
in the trench, the plug shall remain in place until the trench is pumped dry. Whenever trench water
becomes evident, measures shall be taken to prevent pipe flotation .
If, in the opinion of the Engineer, the Contractor is incapable of keeping the pipe free of foreign
matter during installation, the Engineer shall require the Contractor to cover the pipe ends with close
woven bags until the start of the joining operation.
2.00 MATERIALS
2. O I C'n:neral. This item covers the types of materials that will be required for the construction and
installation of water lines. All materials used shall be new, of the best quality available, and conform
with applicable standards as indicated herein.
2.02 Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittin~s.
A. Ductile Iron Pipe .
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Reference Standard -ANSI, 21.51/AWWA Cl51
Thickness Class -Minimum Class 52 unless design conditions warrant higher
class pipe.
Pipe joints shall be push-on joints except where specifically shown or detailed
otherwise.
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Fittings.
1. Type -All fittings shall be mechanical joint except where specifically shown
or detailed otherwise .
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Joints.
Reference Standard -ANSI/ A WW ACI 53 for flanged mechanical joint and
push-on joints (3" -12").
Material -Ductile iron.
Pressure Rating -250 psi.
1. Mechanical, Reference Standard-ANSI A21.I l/AWWA Cl 11-72.
2. Push-on, Reference Standard -ANSI A 2 I .11/ A WW A C 11I-72.
3.
Flanged, Reference Standard -ANSI B 16.1, Class 125
D. Gaskets.
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Type -Rubber ring gaskets shall be suitable for the specified pipe sizes and
pressure.
Reference Standard -A WW A Cl I I.
Lubricant -A non-toxic vegetable soap lubricant shall be supplied with the
pipe .
Protective Lining.
1. Type -Cement mortar.
2. Reference Standard -ANSI A 21.4/AWWA CI04-64.
3. Thickness -Standard.
Couplings.
I. Style -Mechanical compression sleeve or solid sleeve is acceptable.
3.00 INSTALLATION
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3.01 General. All transmission and distribution lines to be dedicated to the Mid Valley
Metropolitan District, shall be located a minimum of ten feet inside a public easement. The location
of water lines within side lot line easements or rear lot easements is discouraged.
When site conditions allow, the water line should be located outside paved areas. At all times, water
lines shall be located so that District maintenance personnel can easily maintain and operate those
lines.
Easements or rights-of-way used during installation of water mains shall be a minimum width of25
feet, 12':1:z feet on either side of centerline. In dredge areas and other special conditions, a wider
easement may be required.
3.02 Pipeline Depth. The minimum depth ofbury of water mains shall be as follows: (Depth of
bury equals depth to top of pipe).
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Mains shall be buried a minimum dept of 5 ':l:z feet (below existing or proposed grade)
in all locations.
When water mains are to be located underneath storm drains, culverts or any other
submerged air space, the required depth of bury shall be greater than 10 feet. This is
necessary to ensure that the water line is beyond the frost depth associated with the
storm drain culvert, etc. In some cases, the District water system supervisor may
allow insulation in place of increased depth where water lines cross under one of the
above.
3. 03 Cleaning and Inapection. Clean all pipe, fittings, valves and related materials thoroughly of
all foreign material; inspect for cracks, flaws, or other defects prior to installation. Mark all defective,
damaged or unsound materials with bright marking crayons or paint and remove from job site. Of
particular concern should be the gasket groove in the pipe bell. All spurs, excess paint, and any other
defects within the gasket groove shall be either removed or repaired, or the pipe shall be deemed
unacceptable.
The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent any construction debris from entering
the water lines during construction of water lines and appurtenances. If debris shall enter the
distribution system, the Contractor shall furnish all labor and materials necessary to clean the system.
Under no circumstances will the Contractor flush the debris into an existing distribution system.
3. 04 Installation. Pipe shall be laid in straight sections with bell ends facing the direction oflaying
unless otherwise directed by the District. Where pipe is laid on grade of I% or greater, the
installation shall proceed uphill with the bell ends facing upgrade. The pipeline shall be installed so
that a continuous positive or negative grade is maintained between high and low points to avoid air
pockets. At no time will a high point in the line be acceptable unless an air and vacuum valve is
installed to relieve air pockets. Jointing of the pipe shall be made in accordance with the directions
of the manufacturer of the pipe and the manufacturer of the couplings. The allowable pipe deflection
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per joint shall not exceed the.maximum deflection tolerances specified by the manufacturer.
Pipe shall be lowered into the trench with ropes, slings or machinery. Under no circumstances should
the pipe be pushed off the bank and allowed to fall into the trench.
In joining the pipe, the exterior four inches of the pipe end (at the spigot), and the inside of the
adjoining bell shall be thoroughly cleaned to remove oil, grit, tar and other foreign material. The
gasket shall be placed in the bell with the large round side of the gasket pointing inside the pipe so
it will spring into its proper position inside the pipe bell. A thick film of the non-toxic joint lubricant
shall be applied over the entire surface of the gasket. The spigot end of the pipe shall then be wiped
clean and inserted into the bell to contact the gasket. The pipe shall be pushed all the way into the
bell by crowbar or by jack and choker slings. Extreme care shall be exercised when joining the pipe
to avoid damaging the bell or rolling the gasket. The bell end of the pipe shall be protected by a piece
of wood when pushing the pipe. Generally, every pipe has a depth of insertion stripe on the spigot
end. The pipe shall be inserted to the full depth of the stripe.
The cutting of pipe for fittings or closure pieces shall be done in a neat ad workmanlike manner to
prevent damage to the pipe or lining. All cuts should leave a smooth end at right angles to the axis
of the pipe. Flame cutting on pipe, by means of an oxyacetylene torch, will not be allowed. Once
a pipe is cut, the cut end shall be bevelled free of spurs which may damage rubber gaskets.
3.05 Connection to Existini Water Facilities. All main line connections between existing and
proposed piping shall be made during non-business hours or at a time which is acceptable to the
District. All shut-offs shall be planned 24 hours in advance and all persons affected by the shut-off
shall be given a 24-hour notice. Take all precautions tq prevent contamination when making
connections to existing potable water lines, No trench water, mud, or other contaminating substances
shall be permitted to enter the pipe line .
3.06 Future Connections. At intersections, dead-end runs, or other locations where the possibility
may exist for a future connection, a tee or cross and a valve should be provided. This procedure
allows a future connection to be made while keeping the existing main line in service at all times. In
. each case, the valve shall be properly restrained to the tee or cross, using restraining rods with eye
bolts. In addition, a concrete reaction block will be placed on the plugged end of the valve.
3.07 Protection ofWater Syp_plies. Water lines shall be located a minimum of IO feet horizontally
from existing or proposed sewer mains. Wherever the sewer line crosses above or within 18 inches
beneath the water lines, the sewer line shall be made impervious by either of the two methods listed
below:
A. Method 1. Twenty feet of ductile iron water pipe, or A WW A C-900 PVC, shall be
used for sewer pipe and centered over the water main. The joints between the sewer
pipe and the placement pipe (DIP or PVC) shall be encased in a concrete collar. The
concrete collar will be a minimum of 1 "-0" thick, centered on the joint.
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B. Method 2. The sewer pipe shall be reinforced with concrete encasement. The
encasement shall be at least six inches thick on either side of the water main, and
extend I 0 feet each side of the water main. In all cases, select granular backfill shall
be used to prevent any settling of the higher pipe.
All work should be in strict conformance with the Colorado Department of Health's
''Design Criteria for Potable Water Systems".
3. 08 Reaction Anchor and Block;jng. Concrete thrust blocks shall be provided as shown in the
Standard Details Attachment No. I for all tees, elbows, plugs, reducers, valves, fire hydrants, and
crosses if one or more sides of the cross are plugged. The bearing area of the block shall be at least
equal to that stated on the attachment. The bearing surface shall be against undisturbed earth. The
block shall be placed normal to the thrust as show on the drawings. Concrete for thrust blocks shall
have 3000 psi compressive strength. (NOTE: No other materials other than concrete may be used
in thnist blocks).
If the concrete has not had sufficient time to cure (e.g., restoring water service), the Contractor shall
be required to use temporary bracing for added strength. Use of additional wood bracing will help
prevent fitting and valves from leaking or "blowing oft'' when water pressure is restored to the main
line.
Whenever a concrete thrust block is placed, wood or plastic sheets shall be used to prevent concrete
from adhering to nuts and bolts. Any concrete splattering onto a nut or bolt will be removed before
the line is backfilled.
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4. 0 I General. All main water lines shall be sized for peak hour flow plus fire flows required by the
Basalt Rural Fire Protection District at a 20 psi residual flow. Minimum size shall be 8 inches in
diameter.
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1.00 GENERAL
1.01 ~· This section shall include furnishing all materials, labor, equipment and miscellaneous
items necessmy to install all water service lines and appurtenances as specified herein for the District.
~ The District will own and maintain that portion of the service line from the main line up to and
including the curb valve. The curb valve shall be placed on the property line; however, at all times,
it will fall on the District side of the property line. All work and materials from the curb valve to the
building shall be in conformance to the most recently adopted Uniform Plumbing Code Eagle County.
2.00 MATERIALS
2.01 Copper Service Pjpe.
A Reference Standard-AWWA 75-CR, Type K.
B. Size -See No. 4 below. ·
2. 02 Corporation Stops.
A Material -Brass or bronze.
B. Size -Same as copper service line .
C. Reference Standard -AWW A CS00-55.
D. Inlet -Threaded IPS type.
E. Outlet -Flared for flared connection.
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A Materials -Ductile iron service saddles, '0' ring gasket, double strap, IPS thread.
B. The District will require saddles to be installed.
Curb Stop.
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Materials -Cast bronze body, resilient '0' ring seals, standard tee head operator, ball
valve type.
Inlet ~ Flared connection.
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A Material -Cast iron box, complete with lid and red brass screw.
B. Type -Arch pattern base, buffalo-type curb box.
C. Size -2 W' shaft size.
2.06 Couplings.
A Materials -Compression fittings or flared fittings.
3.00 · INSTALLATION
3. 0 I Seryice Line Installation. All trenching, backfilling and compaction shall conform to Section
IX of these regulations. All service lines shall be disinfected and pressure tested as per Sections VI
and VII of these regulations.
3.02 Service Line Depth. A depth ofbury for all service lines shall be a minimum of5Y:. feet.
3.03 Tapping Pressurized Mains. All 3/4" -2" taps on pressurized mains shall be made by the
District. Those greater than 2" shall be performed by others with acceptable tapping equipment.
3.04 Tapping Unpressurized Mains. All taps on unpressurized mains (new subdivision mains) shall
be performed by the District.
3.05 Permits. A road cut pennit for excavation in Eagle County streets, alleys and easements must
be completed prior to tap. Twenty-four hour notice is required by the District prior to making taps
and locating lines. Taps and locations will not be done without a water application filled out by
Customer. ·
3. 06 Seryice Line Sizing. Service lines to be sized by Customer. The customer is encouraged to
have an engineer size the service line. The District will not provide this service.
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4.01 ~· Magnetic drive, sealed register, remote readout. Turbo meters for 3" and larger.
4.02 Manufacturer's Reference. Rockwell or Kent.
4. 03 Installation. 1nstall all meters in a horizontal position with a suitable holding device to support
piping, meter and provide electrical bond when meter is taken out for testing. Pre-manufactured
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holding devices or yolks are available which cut down labor time to install meter. Install in building
where meter and pressure reducing valve will not freeze. Install the remote readout on an outside
wall at least sixfeet above grade where it is freely accessible and where falling or melting snow will
not cover it.
Turbo meters should be installed with five pipe diameters upstream or downstream of bends, valves,
PR V's, check valves or any other fitting that causes turbulence.
4. 04 Meter Im;pectjon. A water department representative must inspect the water meter after it
is installed and before the Certificate of Occupancy is issued.
5.00 PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE (PRV)
5.01 Manufacturer's Reference. Watts U-5-B or equal.
5.02 Installation. Install upstream of the meter on l" and 3/4" meters only. Install downstream
of the meter for 1 Yz" and larger meters. Allow for easy access to strainer and cleanout plug.
5. 03 Pressure Testing. Downstream pressure to be set at 40 to 7 5 psi.
6.00 CHECK VALVE
6.01 ~-Rubber seat and spring assist.
6.02 Manufacturer's Reference. Ford H series or equal.
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IY. FIRE PROTECTION FACILITIES
1.00 GENERAL
I . 0 I ~· This section shall include furnishing all materials, labor, equipment and miscellaneous
items necessary to install fire hydrants as specified herein for the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
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Reference Standard-AWWA C502-85.
Outlet Size -One 4'h'', two 2'h".
Hydrant Size -5'h'' or greater, bronze to bronze seating.
Inlet Size -Six inch.
Operation -1 'h" pentagonal national standard operating nut, open counterclockwise,
lubricating reservoir.
Special Features -Outlet hydrants shall open when turned to the left (counter-
clockwise). ,
Depth of Bury-5'h feet unless otherwise shown on drawings.
Additional Requirements -Furnish hydrant complete with pipe and tee, six-inch
restrained mechanical joint gate valve and thrust blocks. Hydrant shall be restrained
to the hydrant tee by 3/4" threaded rods protected from corrosion by the use of an
approved bituminous coating. Furnish hydrant with bronze seat and lubrication
reservoir.
Manufacturer's Reference -"Mueller" Centurion A423
"Kennedy" K-SIA Guardian
Color -Hydrant to be painted red above the ground line.
Rating -Standard Class 150. If pressure is above 150 psi, use American Darling
B50B, Class 250 and allow for 6-8 weeks delivery.
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3.00 INSTALLATION
3.01 Hydrant Spacini. The spacing of fire hydrants shall be detennined by the area that each
hydrant is to serve. In a low density residential area, the maximum spacing of fire hydrants shall not
exceed 500 feet. In medium to high density residential areas, the maximum spacing shall not exceed
400 feet. In commercial and high risk areas, the spacing shall not exceed 300 feet. The maximum
distance from commercial buildings to hydrants shall be 150 feet, and shall be based on hose length.
3 .02 Location. Fire hydrants shall be located whenever possible at an intersection and in a public
right-of-way or a utility easement. There shall be a minimum of 1 ~ feet between outlet nozzle and
back of curb or sidewalk. In all cases, hydrants shall be located out of the direct flow of pedestrian
and vehicular traffic. Wherever possible, hydrants located consecutively along a street shall be placed
on opposite sides of the street so that stringing fire hoses across a street during a fire can be kept to
a minimum. Hydrants shall be placed at all intersections, at end of cul-de-sacs and at all dead-end
runs. Hydrant location shall be approved by Basalt Rural Fire Protection District.
3. 03 Installation. All hydrants must be extended so the top of hydrant is four feet above grade.
The breakaway flange shall be located at grade. If the previously mentioned conditions are not met
after the hydrant is installed and the street is at final grade, the hydrant must be brought to proper
grade by installing extensions or other modifications as required. Bag all hydrants that are not in
service.
3. 04 Hvdrant Anpurtenances. All fire hydrants shall be connected to the main line by means of a
mechanical joint tee with six-inch Class 52 ductile iron pipe branch piping to hydrant. Each fire
hydrant shall have a six-inch valve on the branch pipe conforming to standards as outlined under
Section VI of these standards. The six-inch gate valve shall not be located in the sidewalk, curb line,
or gutter of the proposed street and shall be rodded to the main tee. See Standard Detail 2.
3.05 Hydrant Restraint.· The hydrant shall be restrained to the main line with all 3/4" all-thread rod
extending from the main line tee to the six-inch valve and then from the six-inch valve to the hydrant.
The 3/4" rods shall be tied to each joint with the use of eye bolts. A bitumastic coating (to prevent
corrosion) shall be liberally applied to the all thread rod and eye bolts. In addition, the hydrant and
main line tee shall be provided with concrete reaction blocks. See Standard Detail 2.
3 .06 Dzy Barre] Tutie Draina£e. All hydrants shall be provided with a minimum of 1/3 cubic yard
of W' to 1 " cleaned, crushed rock and shall be placed under the weep hole outlet to assure proper
drainage.
3. 07 Inspection. Prior to backfilling around the hydrant, a visual test shall be conducted to ensure
the proper operation of the weep holes. The hydrant shall be partially opened and then closed. Water
trapped in the hydrant barrel section should begin to drain. If water is not draining, the well holes
should be cleared of any obstructions restricting the flow of water.
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1.00 GENERAL
1.01 ~. This section shall include furnishing all materials, labor, equipment, and miscellaneous
items necessary to install gate valves, butterfly valves, air release and vacuum valves, and valve boxes
as specified herein for the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
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A. Double disk bronze wedge.
I] Size-As shown on plans up to 12" (14" and larger shall be butterfly valves).
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Reference Standard-AWWA C-50-86.
Style -Iron body, double disk bronze wedge.
Pressure Rating -200 psi.
Wrench Nut -Two-inch square, open by turning to the left (counter-
clockwise).
Stem -Non-rising.
2. 02 Location. Whenever possible, water main valves shall be located at street intersections.
Valves must be placed on all runs of a tee or cross. For instance, each cross shall have four valves
located at the intersection while tees shall have three valves located at the intersection. Valves shall
be located at the intersection. Valves shall be located at the end of all dead-end intersections for
future connections.
2.03 valve Spacing. Valves on cross connecting or looped mains shall be spaced such that no
single break shall require more than 500 feet of line to be out of service at one time. All distribution
mains connecting to transmission mains must be valved at the tie-in .
2.04 Installation. All gate valves shall be installed with the two-inch operating nut plumb and true
with the vertical and centered within the valve box. District personnel will inspect the valve and valve
box after installation to ensure that a valve key can easily be set on the operating nut.
3.00 BUTTERFLY VALVES
3.01 Materials.
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Reference Standard-AWWA C-S04.
Type -Rubber-seated, tight closing type.
Ends -Both ends shall be mechanical joint unless installed in valve vaults.
Valve Body -Shall be high strength cast iron ASTM A 126, Class B with 18-8 type
304 stainless steel body seat.
Operator -Valve operator shall be of the traveling nut type, sealed, gasketed and
lubricated for underground service. Operating nut shall be two-inch square and shall
open left (counter clockwise).
Rated Working Pressure -Class 1 SOB, 200 psi. Above 1 SO psi working pressure, use
"American Darling" Class 2SOB or equal.
4.00 Am RELEASE AND VACUUM VALVES
4.01 General. This specification covers all air release, vacuum valves or combination air release
valves. The type of valve used shall be dependent upon the conditions under which it will operate .
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A. Size -To be designed by Engineer for proper application.
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Body -Cast iron.
C. Float -Stainless steel.
D. Seat -Buna-N.
E. Pressure Rating -200 psi.
4.03 Logtions. Air release, vacuum valves or combination air release valves shall be installed to
permit efficient filling or draining of long pipelines. In addition, they should provide protection
against vacuum and shall continuously vent pockets of air accumulated in the pipeline. The type of
valve shall depend upon the intended use of operation.
4. 04 Installation. Air release, vacuum valves or combination release valves shall always be installed
at the extreme high point of the distribution or transmission line. These valves shall be installed in
a precast manhole vault with the fitting as shown in Standard Detail 3 and 3A.
5.00 VALVE BOXES
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Material -Cast iron.
Type -Three piece, screw type.
Size -SW' diameter.
Cover -Deep socket type with the word "Water" cast in the top.
Base -No. 160 type with 2011> inch bottom opening.
Valve Markers -For valves that fall outside ofroad pavement and shoulders, install
a six-foot ling, green "carsonite" marker on all new valves. Marker to have valve
decal at top.
5.02 Installation. Valve boxes shall be installed plumb and true, and centered over the two-inch
operating nut. Bricks shall be placed under the flange of the valve box bottom so that at no time
loadings on the valve box will be transmitted to the valve. Valve box lid to be placed W' -W' below
grade when located in asphalt or concrete.
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1.01 Scope. This section shall include all labor, materials, equipment, and miscellaneous items
necessary to perform all excavation, backfilling and compaction of underground water lines and
appurtenances as specified herein for the Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to secure all required excavation permits and pay all costs
thereof.
1. 02 Protection of Work.
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B.
C.
All excavation shall be protected by barricades, lights, signs, etc., as required by
governing federal, state and local safety codes and regulations. Under no
circumstances will more than 20 feet of trench be left open at night. Any trench left
open at night will be protected by a temporary snow fence barricade and reflective
tape .
Sheeting, Shoring and Bracing -Where trench walls are not excavated at a stable
slope, the Contractor shall provide and maintain sheeting sufficient to prevent caving,
sliding or failure and property or bodily damage .
Under normal construction conditions, sheeting shall be removed as work progresses.
Sheeting shall remain installed if directed by the District or if pipe does not have
sufficient strength to support backfill based on trench width as defined by the
sheeting.
The Contractor shall be held solely responsible for any violations of applicable safety
standards. Particular attention is called to minimum requirements of OSHA and State
of Colorado Occupational Safety and Health laws.
Site Drainage -Excavation to be protected from surface water at all times.
2.00 MATERIALS
2.01 Embedment Materials. Pipeline embedment materials shall comply with the appropriate class
as listed below and as illustrated in Standard Detail 5.
A Class A -Use for all distribution and transmission mains that are ductile iron. In
addition, use for all copper water service lines.
1. Characteristics -Densely compacted 3/4" Class 6 aggregate, four inches
below bottom of pipe with densely compacted 3/4" Class 6 aggregate to 12
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inches above top of pipe.
2.02 Backfill Material.
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B.
Characteristics -made of materials free from debris,organic matter from frozen
material. Uniformly graded sufficient to allow proper compaction .
No boulders greater than six inches in diameter in top 12 inches ofbackfil~ bottom,
six inches; or sides, six inches.
Generally, no boulder greater than 12 inches in diameter in remainder of trench.
3.00 METHODS AND PROCEDURES
3. 0 l · Site Preparation .
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B .
C.
Clearing -Remove all vegetation, stumps, roots, organic matter, debris and other
miscellaneous structures and materials from work site.
Topsoil Removal -Strip existing topsoil from all areas to be disturbed by
construction. Topsoil to be stockpiled separately from excavated materials.
Pavement Removal -Asphalt and bituminous pavements to be cut to the full depth of
pavement. The vertical face of the cut shall be a straight line parallel to the limit of
excavation. Cuts shall be made with a flat-bladed air hammer, concrete saw, or as
approved by the water system superintendent. The method used should provide a
straight, true cut. All asphalt located within trench limits to be hauled off site .
Concrete pavements, including curbs, gutters and sidewalks, to be saw cut to the full
depth of pavement. The vertical face of the cut shall be a straight line parallel to the
limit of excavation .
· All pavement removal shall be disposed of off site. Broken pavement not to be used
in backfill material.
3.02 Trench Excavation.
A. Limits ofExcavation -Trenches to be excavated along lines and grades as approved
by the District. Trench widths for pipe loading to be measured 12 inches above top
of pipe.
Minimum trench width to be the outside diameter of the pipe or conduit plus 16
inches.
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Maximum trench width to be the outside diameter of the pipe or conduit plus: [I] 24
inches for outside pipe diameter of 24 inches or less; [2] 30 inches for outside pipe
diameter of 24 inches or greater.
Trench excavation not to be completed more than I 00 feet in advance of pipe
installation. Backfill to be completed within 20 feet of pipe installation by the end of
any working day.
Groundwater Control -Contractor to maintain facilities on site to remove all
groundwater from trench. Water shall be kept at least 12 inches below the trench
bottom, to a point such that a firm base for pipe or conduit installation exists.
Facilities shall be maintained until all concrete is cured and backfilling is in place at
least 24 inches above anticipated water levels before water removal is discontinued.
All water removal shall be subject to approval by the District.
Stockpile Excavated Material -Excavated material to be stockpiled so as to not
endanger the work or public safety. Maintain existing vehicular and pedestrian traffic
with minimum disruption. Maintain emergency access and access to existing fire
hydrants and water valves. Maintain natural drainage courses and street gutters.
Clay Barriers -Install a one foot thick clay barrier, or approved equal, in place of
aggregate, 4" below and 12" above pipe, every 500 feet for all water mains.
3. 03 Bottom Pre.paration.
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D.
E.
Where soils are suitable and have adequate strength, bottom to be graded and hand-
shaped such that the pipe barrel rests uniformly on embedment material.
Bell Holes -Material to be removed to allow installation of all fittings and joint
projections without affecting placement of pipe.
Over-Excavation -Whenever trench is over-excavated to eliminate point bearing
rocks or stones or when undisturbed grade tolerances of 0.1 foot is exceeded, the
Contractor is to re-establish grade using aggregate bedding materials.
Unstable Materials -Materials which are not capable of supporting super-imposed
loadings are defined as unstable materials. Should unstable materials be encountered
during excavation, immediately notify the District. If unstable material is
encountered, the trench bottom shall be over-excavated (minimum 6 inches) and
backfilled with a clean W' to I Yz" rock. The rock backfill provides increased water
movement and helps stabilize the trench bottom.
Rock Excavation -Rock shall be removed to a 4-inch depth below in bottom pipe
grading. Additionally, all rock loosened during jacking, blasting, etc., shall be
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3. 04 Backfilling.
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Tamping Equipment -Except immediately next to the pipe, mechanical or air operated
tamping equipment is to be used. Hand equipment, such as T-bar, is to be used next
to pipe if necessary. Care is to be taken when compacting under, alongside and
immediately above pipe to prevent crushing, fracturing, or shifting of the pipe. The
Contractor is to note densities required for materials being backfilled and shall use
appropriate approved equipment to obtain those densities.
Moisture Control -Generally, maintain moisture of the backfill material within± 2%
of optimal moisture content as determined by ASTM D 698. Maintain close
tolerances as needed to obtain densities required.
Compaction -Maximum density (100%) based upon ASTM D698 or AASHTO T99.
I] Bedding Material. Includes material used for over-excavation of any kind:
95% Standard Proctor.
2] Select Material: 95% Standard Proctor.
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Backfill beneath existing or proposed pavements, roadways, sidewalks, curbs,
utility lines and other improvements or within five feet horizontally of such
improvements. 95% Standard Proctor.
Backfill within public or designated right-of-way: 90% Standard Proctor or
as shown on the Drawings for those areas outside of No. 3 above.
5] Backfill within undeveloped, green or designated area: 85% Standard
Proctor.
Placing Backfill -The maximum loose lifts of backfill material to be as follows (use
smaller lifts where necessary to obtain required densities):
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Bedding and select material: 6 inches;
Backfill Material: 24 inches where 95% compaction required; 48 inches
where less than 95% compaction required.
Maintenance ofBackfill -Contractor to maintain all backfill in a satisfactory condition
during the extent of the contract and warranty period. The Contractor will be
responsible for repairing any deterioration or settlement of the road surface.
Notification of the required repairs will be is~ued by the District. All costs for repair
and all liability, as a result of surface deterioration or settlement, shall be the
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responsibility of the Contractor .
3. 05 Surface Restoration. All existing surface improvements and site disturbed or damaged during
construction to be restored to a condition equal to pre-construction condition. All restoration costs
are considered incidental to the excavation and backfill.
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hnprovements -Replace, repair or reconstruct all improvements as required. Work
will not be accepted until restoration is accepted by the District and all affected
property owners. Improvements include, by example, other utilities, culverts,
structures, curb & gutter, mail boxes, signs, etc.
Roadways -All roadways to be restored to original condition with the following
minimum depths required:
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Minimum base course material on gravel roadways or minimum depth gravel
on hard surface roadways to be 12 inches.
Minimum bituminous surfacing to be 3 inches.
Minimum concrete paving to be 6 inches.
4.00 QUALITY CONTROL -FIELD
4.01 Compaction. It should be fully understood that it will be the sole responsibility of the
Contractor to achieve the specified densities for all embedment and backfill materials placed.
Contractor will be responsible for ensuring that correct methods are being used for the placement and
compaction of said materials. Correct backfill methods include, but are not limited to:
A.
B.
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Use of proper equipment for existing soil condition encountered.
Moisture content of existing soils; determination if water should be added or if soil
should be air-dried to reduce moisture content.
Thickness of backfill lift.
Contractor may, at his own expense, have an approved geotechnical engineer monitor the methods
of backfill and compaction used to ensure that the desired densities are being obtained.
4. 02 Imipection and TestilJi. Inspection and testing to be performed at the direction of the District.
Contractor to cooperate fully with all persons engaged in testing. Contractor to excavate as required
to allow testing. Contractor to backfill all test excavations in accordance with these regulations.
! t I 4.03 Density Testing and Control.
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Reference Standards -Density/moisture relationships to be developed for all soil types
encountered according to ASTM D698 or AASHTO T99.
Field Testing -Testing for density during compaction operations to be done in
accordance with ASTM D2922 using nuclear density methods.
Frequency of Testing -Minimum of one (1) test for each 100 feet of trench or as
directed by the District. Contractor to excavate to depths required by Engineer for
testing and backfill test holes to density specified. Testing to be paid for by the
Contractor.
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YlL. PRESSURE TESTING AND FLOW TESTING
1.00 GENERAL
1. 01 ~· This section shall include furnishing all materials, labor, equipment and miscellaneous
items necessary to perfonn pressure and leakage tests all distribution, transmission and service lines
as specified herein for the District.
1. 02 Hydrostatic Tests. Pressure and leakage tests shall be conducted on all newly laid pipe and
service lines. Contractor to furnish all the necessary equipment and materials to conduct the test.
Contractor
will be responsible for installing the appropriate taps used in the test.
The test shall be conducted between valved sections of the pipeline, or as approved by the District.
Water service lines will be tested up to the closed curb stop. A visual inspection of the water service
connection, at the water main and at the curb stop, will be perfonned to check the leakage.
Furnish the following equipment and material for the tests:
Amount
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Approved graduated containers.
Pressure gauges.
Hydraulic force pump approved by the water supt.
Additional 3/4" pressure tap for District's gauge.
Suitable hose and suction pipe as required.
Conduct the tests after the trench has been backfilled or partially backfilled with the joints left
exposed for inspection, or when completely backfilled, as permitted by the District. Where any
section of pipe is provided with concrete reaction blocking, do not make the pressure tests until at
least five (5) days have elapsed after the concrete thrust blocking is installed. If High-Early cement
is used for the concrete thrust blocking, the time may be cut to two days.
Conduct pressure test in the following manner unless otherwise approved by the District: After the
trench has been backfilled as specified, fill the pipe with water, expelling all air during the filling. The
test pressure shall be I 'h times nonnal static system working pressure of the pipe at the point of
lowest elevation (test minimum 150 psi).
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B.
Duration
I. The duration of each pressure test shall be two hours, unless otherwise
directed by the District.
Procedure
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Slowly fill the pipe with water and allow to stand for 24 hours. Expel all air
from the pipe. Apply and maintain the specified test pressure by continuous
pumping in necessary for the entire test period. The test pressure shall be
calculated for the point oflowest elevation, or as specified by the District ..
The pump suction shall be in a barrel or similar device, or metered so the
amount of water required to maintain the test pressure may be measured
accurately.
Before the line is pressurized, the District shall verify that all the necessary
main line valves are open or closed with regard to the section of line being
tested. In addition, the District shall verify that all hydrant valves are open.
Leakage
1. Leakage shall be defined as the quantity of water necessary to hold the
specified test pressure for the duration of the test period. No pipe installation
will be accepted if the leakage is grater than the number of gallons per hour
as determined by the following formula:
L=
In the above formula:
ND{p
7400
L = Allowable leakage (in gallons per hour)
N = Number of joints in the length of pipe tested
D = Nominal diameter of pipe (in inches)
P = Average test pressure during the leakage test (in pounds per square
inch gauge).
Correction of Excessive Leakage
1. Should any test of pipe laid disclose leakage greater than that allowed, locate
and repair the defective joints or pipe until the leakage of a subsequent test is
within the specified allowance .
Air Expulsion
1. Always provide a 3/4" tap at high point in line for air expulsion.
Flow Test
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or more fire hydrants for approximately 10 minutes or until sediment has been
flushed from system.
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YID. DISINFECTION OF POTABLE WATER LINES
1.00 GENERAL
I . 0 I ~-Work under this section shall include furnishing all materials, labor, equipment, and
miscellaneous items necessary to disinfect all raw water, potable water transmission and distribution
pipelines, service lines, and appurtenances as specified herein for the District.
I . 02 Standard. Flush and disinfect potable water lines in accordance with the procedures set forth
in AWWA C601-68, "Disinfecting Water Mains".
1.03 Pipe Qeaning. If the pipe contains dirt or heavy encrusted matter that, in the opinion of the
District, will not be removed during the flushing operation, the Contractor shall clean and swab the
interior of the pipe with a five percent (5%) (50,000 ppm) chlorine solution.
1.04
A. Preliminary Flushing. Flush pipeline, except when the tablet inethod is used, to
remove all remaining foreign material. The flushing operation shall develop a
minimum velocity of2.5 ft/second.
Chlorine Ai!plication. In general, chlorine shall be applied using the continuous feed method.
However, on large diameter lines where this would not be practical, the slug method may be
used. The tablet method may be used on short extensions (up to 2500 feet) of small diameter
mains (12" and smaller).
A.
B.
C.
Continuous Feed Method. Introduce water into the line at a constant rate while
adding chlorine at a minimum concentration 'or 50 mg/I. Maintain the chlorinated
water in the pipeline for a minimum of 24 hours after which period of treated water
shall contain no less than 25 mg/I of chlorine throughout the entire length. Repeat the
above procedure
if the residual at the end of 24 hours fails to meet the minimum
concentration.
Slug Method. Introduce water with a minimum chlorine concentration of300 mg/I
at a constant, measured rate into the pipeline. Apply the chlorine for a sufficient
length of time to develop a solid column or slug of chlorinated water that will, as it
passes along the line, expose all interior surfaces for a period of 3 hours. Check the
application at the upstream end of the line .
Tablet Method. This method shall not be used if trench water or foreign material has
entered the line of if the water is below 5°C (41°F). Because preliminary flushing
cannot be used, this method shall only be used when scrupulous cleanliness has been
exercised.
Place tablets in each section of pipe in sufficient number to produce a dose of 50 mg/I.
Refer to Table 3 of AWWA C-601 for the required minimum number of tablets. All
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tablets within the main must be attached at the top of the pipe. Adhesive for attaching
tablets to the top of pipe will be a non-toxic water soluble adhesive. Introduce water
into the pipeline at a rate no greater than I ft/second and retain the water in the
pipeline for a period of 24 hours. After 24 hours, a residual chlorine test shall be
performed. The located water shall contain no less than 25 mg/I of chlorine
throughout the entire length. If the residual amount of chlorine at the end of 24 hours
fails to meet the minimum concentrations, the line must be retested using the slug
method.
I.OS Final Flashing. After the required retention period, flush all heavily chlorinated water from
the main until the chlorine concentration is no higher than that prevailing in the system, or less than
I mg/I. Once the main line has been properly flushed, service lines shall be flushed at the curb stop.
I . 06 Bacteriological Tests. After completion of the final flushing and prior to placing the pipeline
in serVice, collect samples from the end of the line and test for bacteriological quality to show the
absence of coliform organisms. The number and frequency of samples shall conform to the
requirements of the public health authority having jurisdiction, but in no case shall the number be less
than one for chlorinated supplies.
Collect samples in sterile bottles from a standard corporation stop furnished and installed by the
Contractor in the main. Do not collect samples using a hose or fire hydrant.
1.07 Repetition of Procedure. If the original disinfection fails to produce satisfactory samples,
repeat the disinfection procedure until satisfactory results are obtained. ·
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1.00 GENERAL
1. 01 ~· This section shall include the design and construction of aerial crossings, river
crossings, storage tanks, pressure reducing vaults and booster stations. Because each of these
structures will require an engineered design to meet field conditions and individual design criteria, this
section will not attempt to provide complete design guidelines and specifications. Rather, it will
provide a general listing of guidelines that must be followed unless an equivalent alternative is
approved by the District.
2.00 AERIAL CROSSING
2.01 General. This section shall cover the design criteria to be used on aerial crossings, including
water lines suspended from existing and proposed bridges, and lines aerially supported over steep
canyons and arroyos. In both of the above crossings, an underground or river crossing will be
required unless special circumstances render the below grade alternative prohibitive. If it is
determined that a bridge crossing is acceptable to the District, then the following design criteria shall
be followed.
2.02 Pjpe Supports. If pipe is to be supported from an existing bridge, a structural analysis shall
be performed to determine if the bridge can withstand the additional loading. If being installed on a
new bridge, then additional pipe loading should be included as a dead load consideration.
Pipe shall be supported with a pipe hanger that allows longitudinal movement. Support shall be an
adjustable steel yoke pipe roll or approved equal. In addition, a horizontal support from pipe hanger
to the bridge shall be provided so that the pipe assembly will not move horizontally due to wind loads,
etc. The spacing of the pipe hangers shall depend upon the maximum recommended load of hanger.
2. 03 Pipe Insulation. Aerial pipelines shall be prevented from freezing by pipe insulation. The
insulation R-value and thickness shall be designed to a generally accepted standard for the Mid Valley
Metropolitan District area. The insulation should have a minimum R-value of20. The insulation shall
be non-absorbing to water.
2.04 Insulation Protection. Provide an aluminum jacket with moisture banier strapped with
stainless steel bands. Jacketing thickness shall be a minimum of 16 mil. Provide insulation protection
shields .
2.05 Pipe. Provide Class 52 ductile pipe with flanged joints, ANSI B 16.1, AWW A C151.
2.06. E~ansion Coupling. Provide a restrained expansion coupling between each rigidly supported
point of the pipe. Follow all manufacturer's recommendations when installing. Expansion couplings
shall be accessible to water department personnel for maintaining and making adjustments in
couplings.
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2.07 Air and vacuum Vaults. Ifbridge crossing is at a high point in line, install all air and vacuum
valves appropriate for design conditions. See Standard Details 3 and 3A.
2. 08 Isolation \Talves. An isolation valve shall be provided on either end of the bridge. If a break
occurs, the line can be easily isolated.
2.09. AccessibiUty. Generally, the pipe should be placed in a location where personnel can easily
access and maintain the pipe.
3.00 RIVER CROSSINGS
3. 01 General. This section covers the design criteria to be used on river crossings.
3. 02 Encasement. Pipe shall be encased in concrete for the length of pipe underneath high water
mark. See Standard Detail 6.
3.03 :eip.e. For river crossing, the pipe joints shall be push-on joints with joint restraint, Class 52
D.I.P. Manufacturer's reference -Griffin Snap-Lok pipe or equal.
3.04 . Bend Restraint. All vertical bends shall be restrained with vertical reaction blocks and all
thread rods between bends or between bends and concrete thrust tie.
3.05 Pennits. Generally, a river crossing will require a 404 Permit or Nationwide Utilities Permit
from the Army Corps of Engineers. The Applicant should begin the permit process as soon as
possible, as the process can take from 30-90 days to secure the permit.
4.00 STORAGE RESERVOIRS
4. 01 General. This section rovers the design criteria to be used on storage reservoirs. The District
may allow either a buried concrete or above-ground steel reservoir. The District reserves the right
to require either a concrete or steel tank depending on the field conditions, size and location of the
tank. The District shall determine the size and location of the storage tanks. ·
4.02 Fountain Design. A soil and geological report shall be provided which makes
recommendations on the required foundation.
4. 03 Structural Design. Complete structural design, with calculations and shop drawings submitted
by a professional engineer shall be provided. If a welded steel tank is provided, it shall conform to
ANSI/AWWADI00-79.
4.04 CDH Reqyirements. All Colorado Department of Health, Water Quality Control Division
"Design Criteria for Potable Water Systems" shall be followed.
4.05 Flow Measurins. A magnetic flow meter capable of measuring flow in both directions shall
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6.00 BOOSTER STATIONS
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X.. BACKFLOW PREVENTION
1.00 GENERAL
l.OI ~. This section shall include the use ofbackflow prevention devices to prevent cross
connection.
1.02 B,equirements. All work within the District must comply with the current requirements under
Colorado law for prevention of cross connections and backflows. Such laws include, but are not
limited to, Colorado Department of Health Statutes, C.R.S. § 25-I-I I4(h); Colorado Primary
Drinking Water Regulations, S.C.C.R I003-I (Article I I); and the "Colorado Department of Health
Cross Connection Manual".
In general, the law states that it is illegal to have or to maintain a cross connection on a public water
supply. Cross connection is defined as any connection which would allow water to flow from any
pipe, plumbing fixture or water system into a water system supplying drinking water to the public.
1.03 T}'.pes of Cross Connections. The following are common (but not limited to) cross
connections and required devices to prevent backflow:
A.
B.
c.
D.
E.
F.
Hose bibs -Vacuum breaker
Irrigation lines
Fire sprinkler systems
Boiler systems
Dishwashers
Solar homes using potable water as heat source
I . 04 Backf!ow Preventers. Be advised that each cross connection will require different types of
backflow prevention devises, and is beyond the scope of these regulations. Approval of backflow
preventers must be given by District personnel.
The following approved devices can be used as backflow preventers.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Air gap.
Double-check valve assembly.
Vacuum breaker
Reduced pressure principal backflow assembly
1.05 Testing. State law requires that the backflow prevention devices be tested annually by the
supplier or Owner and records kept by the supplier of such tests. The devices should be tested by
someone certified as a backflow prevention device tester .
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XL SANITARY SEWER LINES
1.00 GENERAL
1. 0 I ~· Work under this section shall include furnishing all materials, labor and tools
necessmy to perform all installation, cleaning and testing of all sanitary sewer lines and appurtenances
as specified herein and shown on the Drawings.
1. 02 Protection of Work. All pipe, fittings and equipment shall be carefully handled, stored and
protected in such a manner as to prevent damage to materials. At no time shall such mate.rials be
dropped or dumped into trench .
Precaution shall be taken to prevent foreign matter form entering the pipe and fittings prior to and
during installation. Place no debris, tools, clothing or other materials in the pipe during installation.
At such time as pipe installation is suspended, either temporarily or overnight, the open end of the
pipe shall be sealed with a water-tight plug to prevent entrance of trench water, debris or foreign
matter.
Under no circumstances shall trench water be allowed to enter the pipeline. When water is present
in the trench, the seal shall remain in place until such time as the trench is pumped dry. Whenever
trench water becomes evident, adequate measures shall be taken to prevent pipe flotation .
If, in the opinion of the Engineer, the Contractor is incapable of keeping the pipe free of foreign
matter during installation, the Engineer shall require the Contractor to cover the pipe ends with close
woven bags until the start of the jointing operation.
2.00 MATERIALS
This item covers the types of materials that will be allowed for the construction and installation of
sewer lines. All materials used shall be new, of the best quality available and conform with applicable
standards as indicated herein.
2.01 Ductile Iron Pjpe Fittings. Not Permitted.
2.02 Polyy:inyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe and Fittings (Gravity Main)
A PVC Pipe, through 15" diameter.
1. Material Reference Standard -ASTM D 1784
2. Pipe Reference Standard -ASTM 03034
3. Class -SDR-3 5
4. Markings -Manufacturer's name, nominal size, PVC cell classification, Type
PSM, SDR-35, PVC gravity sewer pipe, ASTM 03034 and code number.
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B. PVC Pipe, 18" to 27" diameter-Not Applicable.
C.
D.
Fittings
I. Type -PVC push-joint or mechanical joint
2. Materials -ASTM 01784
3. Reference Standard -ASTM 03034 or ASTM F679
Joints
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Type -Push-on rubber gasket
Gasket reference standard -ASTM F477
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I. Materials -ASTM 01784, Type 1, Grade I, PVC 1120, 2000 psi design
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5.
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stress.
Reference Standard -A WW A C-900.
Class -150 (DR-18)
Markings -Manufacturer's name, nominal size, class pressure rating, PVC
1120, NSF logo, identification code .
Specialties -Electric tracing wire, 14 gauge solid copper insulated wire.
Size -Shall conform to outside diameter ofOIP.
Fittings.
I. Type -All fittings shall be mechanical joint except where specifically shown
or detailed otherwise .
2. Reference Standard-ANSI/AWWA C-110/A.21.10.
3. Pressure Rating -250 psi.
4. Gasket Reference Standard -A WW A C-111.
Joints.
I.
2.
Push-on rubber gasket
Gasket Reference Standard -A WW A C-111
2.04 Concrete For Thrust Blocks and Encasing Pipe. Concrete for thrust blocks and for encasing
the sewer pipe line shall have 28-day compressive strength of not less than 3000 psi.
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1.
2.
3.
Type -Precast
Reference Standard -ASTM C478
Size -As shown on the Drawings
B.. Manhole Bases
C.
1.
2.
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Type -Cast-in-Place 3000 psi 28-day compressive strength concrete.
Reference Concrete Standard -ASTM C150 Type II modified.
Precast Base -Conform to ASTM C478
Manhole Steps
1. Material-Aluminum, ASTM C478
2. Size/Type -Y:.'' round stock x 10" wide aluminum with slip-proof tread.
3. Spacing -As shown on Drawings.
4. Mounting -Grouted in place on concrete ring with ASTM Cl SO, Type II
modified Portland Cement mortar and sand grout for water-tight joint.
D. Joints
E.
F.
1.
2.
Type -Rub'r Nek preformed gasket as manufactured by K.T. Snyder
Company, Inc, Houston, Texas, or equal.
Cement Mortar Material Reference Standard -One part Portland Cement,
Type II, modified with three parts of sand. Cement mortar to be used with
concrete grade rings only.
Grade Adjustment Rings
1.
2.
Type -Precast ASTM Cl SO, Type II modified concrete.
Size -Not less than 6" wide x heights to allow for 1" adjustments.
Frame and Cover.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Material Reference -Grey Iron, ASTM A48, Class 30.
Cover -Stamped with "Sewer", machined bearing surface with ring.
Type -heavy, combined weight of ring and cover greater than 375 pound.
Manufacturer Reference -Neenah, R-1706.
2.06 Sewer Service Line Materials.
A. Wyes -Required for all new sewer line construction.
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Material -ASTM 03034 PVC.
Strength -For use with SOR-35.
Joint -Slip-on rubber gasket.
Saddles.
1.
2.
Material -ASTM 03034 PVC
Joint -Rubber seal to main with stainless steel compression bands. Slip-on
service joint with rubber gasket.
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2.08 Flat Gate. Not Applicable.
2.09 · Butterfly Valves. Not Applicable .
2.10 Gate Valves. Not Applicable.
2.11 Valve Boxes. Not Applicable.
2.12 Tracer Wjres. Non Applicable.
3.00 METHODS AND PROCEDURES
·· 1 3. 01 Cleaning and Inspection. Clean all pipe, fittings and related materials thoroughly of all foreign
. I material and inspect for cracks, flaws or other defects prior to installation. Mark all defective,
damaged or unsound materials with bright marking crayon or paint and remove from job site .
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the sewer lines during construction. If this debris should enter the pipe line system, the Contractor
shall furnish all labor and materials necessary to clean the system. Under no circumstances will the
' , Contractor flush the debris into an existing sanitary sewer system.
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3.02 Placement of Pipe.
A
B.
Batter Boards. Not Applicable.
Laser Beam. All sanitary sewer pipe must be installed with a laser. If bending of the
beam due to air temperature variations becomes apparent with "in pipe" units, a fan
shall be provided to circulate air in the pipe. Air velocity shall not be so excessive as
to cause pulsating or vibrating of the beam. If, in the opinion of the Engineer, the
beam cannot be accurately controlled, this method of setting line and grade shall be
abandoned .
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3.03 Pipe Embedroent.
A
B.
Placing embedment material -Refer to Section VI for placement methods.
Embedment Classes -Refer to Section VI and Construction Drawings for embedment
materials for each class listed below:
1.
2.
Class A -Use where indicated on the Drawings and where improper trenching
or unexpected trench conditions require its use as determined by the Engineer.
Class B -Use for all PVC pipelines.
3. Class C -Use for all except PVC pipelines.
3. 04 · Pipe Installation.
A.
B.
Installation of Ductile Iron Pipelines.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Pipe Handling. Pipe should be lowered into the trench with ropes, slings or
machinery. Under no circumstances should the pipe be pushed off the bank
and allowed to fall into the trench.
Pipe Laying. Pipe shall be laid in straight sections, in an uphill direction, with
bell ends facing in the direction of laying, unless directed otherwise by the
Engineer. When pipe laying is not in progress, the open end of the pipe shall
be closed by a water-tight plug.
Joining of Push-On Joints. In joining the pipe, the exterior four inches of the
pipe at the spigot end and the inside of the adjoining bell shall be thoroughly
cleaned to remove oil, grit, tar (other than standard coating) and other foreign
matter. The gasket shall be placed in the bell with the large round side of the
gasket pointing inside the pipe so it Will spring into its proper place inside the
pipe bell. A thick film of the pipe manufacturer's joint lubricant shall be
applied to the gasket over its entire surface. The spigot end of the pipe shall
then be wiped clean and inserted into the bell to contact the gasket. The pipe
shall be forced all the way into the bell by crowbar or jack and choker slings.
Pipe Cutting. The cutting of pipe for manholes or for fittings, or closure
pieces shall be done in a neat and workmanlike manner without damage to the
pipe or lining so as to leave a smooth end at right angles to the axis of the
pipe. The flame cutting of pipe by means of an oxyacetylene torch will not be
allowed.
Installation of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe.
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2.
3.
4.
Pipe Handling. Pipe should be carefully lowered into the trench to avoid pipe
falling into trench.
Pipe Laying. Pipe shall be laid true to line and grade, in an uphill direction,
with bell ends facing the direction of laying. When pipe laying is not in
progress, the open end of the pipe shall be closed by a water-tight plug.
Jointing the Pipe. The outside of the spigot and the inside of the bell shall be
thoroughly wiped clean. Set the rubber ring in the bell with the marked edge
facing toward the end of the bell. Lubricate the spigot end using a thin film
of the manufacturer-supplied lubricant. Push the pipe spigot into the bell.
Position the completed joint so that the mark on the pipe end is in line with
the end of the bell.
Pipe Cutting. The cutting of pipe for manholes or for fittings, or closure
pieces shall be done in a neat and workmanlike manner without damage to the
pipe and so as to leave a smooth end at right angles to the axis of the pipe.
Bevel the end of the pipe with a bevelling tool after the pipe is field cut. Place
a clearly visible position mark at the correct distance from the end of the field-
cut pipe.
Installation of Slipline Pipe. Not Applicable.
3.05 Sewer Manhole Installation.
A.
B .
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General. Manholes shall be furnished and installed to depths and dimensions shown
on the Drawings and/or staked in the field. Manholes shall be constructed of precast
concrete rings in accordance with details shown on the Drawings.
Connections to Manholes. The first length of sewer pipe into and out of any manhole
slian be a maximum of24" as measured from the inside face of the manhole to the end
of the pipe. In addition, extra care shall be taken by grouting or other means of
sealing to assure positive water-tight manholes around the inlet or outlet pipes .
Expandable water stops, special sleeves or a rubber gasket cemented to the sewer
pipe shall be used. All pipe shall be grouted in place with a non-shrink grout .
Manhole Floor and Inverts. Manhole bases shall be constructed to conform to the
details shown on the Drawings. The invert channels shall be smooth and semi-
circular in shape, conforming to the inside of the incoming and outgoing sewer
pipelines. Changes in direction of Bow shall be made with a smooth curve of as large
a radius as the size of the manhole will permit. Changes in size and grade of the
channels shall be made gradually and evenly. Where large differences in invert
elevations exist, sloped flow channels shall be formed so the wastewater does not
undergo a vertical drop. The invert channels may be formed directly in the concrete
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of the manhole base. The floor of the manhole outside the channel shall be smooth
and shall slope toward the channels.
Finish Grade and Adjustment. To bring the manhole cover to the correct elevation,
the top section of each manhole shall be constructed of pre-cast concrete grade
adjustment rings. These rings shall be not less than six inches (611
) wide and furnished
in heights to allow for two-inch (2") adjustments. Grade adjustment with rings shall
be eight inches (8 11
) maximum and two inches (2") minimum. All rings shall be
grouted in place.
E. Manhole Stubs. All pipe stubs required from manholes are shown on the Drawings.
Stubs shall extend approximately 24" from the outside face of the manhole and shall
be capped or plugged with manufactured fittings to form a water-tight installation.
3. 06 · Connection to ExistinQ Sewer Facilities. Connections to existing sewer facilities where live
flows exist shall be made only after prior consultation with and receipt of written permission from the
District. No bypass of sewage to the surface will be allowed in the completion of this connection.
Connections shall be made as shown on the Drawings. All connections between pipes of different
materials shall be made with approved manufactured connectors.
3.07 Protection of Water SJU?.PHes. Sewer lines shall be located a minimum often feet (IO')
horizontally from existing or proposed water mains. Where the sewer line crosses above the water
line, or is less than eighteen inches ( 18 ") vertically below the invert of the water line, or is less than
ten feet (I 0') horizontally from the water main, the sewer line shall be made impervious by either of
the two methods listed below .
A.
B.
Method I. Twenty feet of ductile iron water pipe or A WW A C-900 PVC shall be
used for sewer pipe and centered over water main. The joints between the sewer pipe
and the replacement pipe (DIP or PVC) shall be encased in a concrete collar. The
concrete collar will be a minimum of 1 "-0" thick, centered on the joint.
Method 2. The sewer pipe shall be reinforced with concrete encasement. The
encasement shall be at least six inches thick on either side of the water main and
extend ten feet on each side of the water main. In all cases, select granular backfill
shall be used to prevent any settling of the higher pipe .
In all cases, bedding material shall be used to prevent any settling of the higher pipe.
3. 08 Service Connections. Customer service connections shall be installed in accordance with the
details set forth on the Construction Drawings. After the service connection is installed, the end shall
be plugged water-tight with a manufactured plug and marked with a stake except as shown otherwise
on the Drawings.
3.09 Tracer Wire. Not Applicable.
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4.00 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
4. 01 Alignment and Grade. Sewer pipelines will be checked by the District to detennine whether
any displacement of the pipe has occurred after the trench has been backfilled. The tests will be as
follows:
A light will be flashed between manholes, or if the manholes have not as yet been constructed,
between the locations of the manholes, by means of a flashlight. If the illuminated interior of
the pipeline shows poor alignment, displaced pipe, earth or other debris in the pipe, or any
other kinds of defect, the defects of determined by the Engineer shall be remedied by the
Contractor at his own expense. Test will be repeated after completion of backfilling and any
poor alignment, displaced pipe or other defects, determined by the Engineer, shall be
corrected.
In addition to the above; the Owner shall, at his option and at his expense, televise the interior
of the line prior to acceptance. All defects shall be noted and corrected as stated above.
4. 02 Leakage Test Sewer lines shall be tested using a low pressure air test only; water tests will
not be allowed. Only after the sanitary sewers, including appurtenances and sanitary laterals have
been installed, backfilled and cleaned, shall the Contractor proceed with an air test on the installed
facilities.
A. Low Pressure Air Test Procecfµre. The section of sewer line to be tested should be
flushed and cleaned prior to conducting the low pressure air test. This serves to clean
out any debris, wet the pipe, and produce more consistent results. Isolate the section
of sewer line to be tested by means ofinflatabie stoppers or other suitable test plugs.
One of the plugs should have an inlet tap, or other provision for connecting a hose to
a portable air control source.
If the test section is below the groundwater level, determine the height of the
groundwater above the spring line of the pipe at each end of the test section and
compute the average. For every foot of groundwater above the pipe spring line,
increase the gauge test pressure by 0.43 pounds per square inch. Connect the air hose
to the inlet tap and a portable air control source. The air equipment should consist
of necessary valves and pressure gates to control the rate at which air flows into the
test section and to enable monitoring of the air pressure within the test section. Also,
the testing apparatus should be equipped with a pressure relief device to avoid the
possibility of loading the test section with the full capacity of the compressor.
Add air slowly to the test section until the pressure inside the pipe is raised to 4. 0 psig
greater than the average back pressure of any groundwater that may be over the pipe.
After a pressure of 4. 0 psig is obtained, regulate the air supply so that the pressure is
maintained between 3.5 and 4.0 psig (above the average groundwater back pressure)
for a period of two minutes. This allows the air temperature to stabilize in equilibrium
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with the temperature of the pipe walls. The pressure will nonnally drop slightly until
the temperature equilibrium is obtained.
Detennine the rate of air loss by the time/pressure drop method. After the two-
minute air stabilization period, the air supply is disconnected and the test pressure
allowed to decrease to 3 .5 psig. The time required for the test pressure to drop from
3.5 psig to 2.5 psig is determined by means ofa stopwatch andthis time intetval is
then compared to the required time in published tables to be provided by the District
to determine if the rate ofloss is within the allowable time limit. If the time is equal
to, or greater than, the times indicated in the tables, the pipeline shall be deemed
acceptable.
Upon completion of the test, open the bleeder valve to allow air to escape. Plugs
should not be removed until all air pressure in the test has been released. During this
time, no one should be allowed in the trench or manhole while the pipe is being
decompressed.
4. 03 Manhole Inspection. During the construction of the manholes, the Contractor shall, in
accordance with good practice, ensure that not earth, sand, rocks or other foreign material exists on
the joint surfaces during assembly of the section. The Engineer shall check each manhole to
determine whether the manhole fulfills the requirements of the drawings and specifications.
4.04
A.
B.
V JSUal Examination. The Engineer shall visually check each manhole, both exterior
and interior, for flaws, cracks, holes or other inadequacies which might affect the
operation of water-tight integrity of the manhole. Should any inadequacies be found,
the Contractor, at his own expense, shall make any repairs deemed necessary by the
District.
Leakage Test. All manholes shall be tested for leakage and all tests shall be witnessed
by the District. The leakage test shall be conducted prior to backfilling around the
manhole and shall be carried out in the following manner:
l] All lines leading into or out of the manhole shall be tightly plugged.
2] The manhole shall be filled with water to a level at least one foot above the
uppermost joint. The water shall be allowed to stand for two hours to allow
for normal water absorption into the manhole material. At the end of the two-
hour stabilization period, if the water level in the manhole has dropped below
the top ring joint, additional water will be added to bring the level above the
joint as before. Any visible external leakage noted within a one-hour test
period shall constitute failure, and the Contractor, at his own expense, shall
repair the manhole and re-test until satisfactory tightness is obtained.
Deflection Test forNon-Ri~d Pipe. The maximum allowable pipe deflection for a completely
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backfilled non-rigid sewer pipe shall not exceed five percent ( 5%) of the nominal internal pipe
diameter. Deflections in a non-rigid pipe shall be checked by measurement or by pulling a mandrel
with the minimum allowable diameter through the pipe. The minimum allowable diameter shall be
equal to the minimum interior diameter of the pipe, as specified in the applicable portions of the
ASTM Standard Specifications or the pipe manufacturer's recommendations, minus fiver percent
(5%) of the nominal interior diameter of the pipe. Those sections of non-rigid pipe with deflections
greater than the maximum allowable five percent ( 5%) shall not be acceptable and the Contractor will
remove and replace these sections at his own expense.
The deflection test shall be run between fifteen (15) and thirty (30) days after backfilling of each
section ofline.
Deflection tests will be run if, in the opinion of the District, testing is warranted. The program for
testing shall be mutually determined by the District and the Contractor. The Contractor shall furnish
all labor, tools and equipment necessary to make the tests and to perform any work incidental thereto.
5.00 DESIGN CRITERIA
5.01 Sizing. All collection sewer lines shall be designed to flow approximately half full at peak
flow. One hundred gallons per capita day shall be used as the per capita contribution for average
daily flow. A peaking factor of2.5 shall be used for peak flow. Minimum line size shall be 8 inches .
5.02 Velocities. All velocities shall be maintained between 2.5 fps and 15 fps. Minimum velocity
shall be 2 fps.
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15"
18"
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6.01 General. Because of the impact of grease on the District's lines and treatment plant, grease
interceptors are required on establishments preparing or serving food.
All grease interceptors shall be new and the interceptor and its installation shall be in conformance
with the latest edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code except as modified herein.
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6.02 Requirements For Grease Interceptors. An approved type grease interceptor complying with
the provisions of this section shall be installed in the waste line leading from sinks, drains and other
fixtures or equipment in the following establishments: Restaurants, cafes, lunch counters, cafeterias,
bars and clubs; hotels, hospitals, factory or school kitchens, or other establishments where grease may
be introduced into the drainage or sewage system. A grease interceptor is not required for individual
dwelling units or for any private living quarters .
6.03 Specifications and Procedures For Grease Interceptors.
A. Plans shall be submitted to and approval obtained from the District prior to the
installation of any grease interceptor in any establishment set forth in Subsection 6.02.
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No grease interceptor shall be installed which has an approved rate of flow of more
than fifty-five (55) gallons per minute, except when specially approved by the District.
No grease interceptor shall be installed which has an approved rate of flow ofless
than twenty (20) gallons per minute.
Each plumbing fixture or piece of equipment connected to a grease interceptor shall
be provided with an approved type flow control or restricting device installed in a
readily accessible and visible location in the tail piece or drain outlet of each such
fixture. Flow control devices shall be so designed that the total flow through such
device or devices shall at no time be greater than the rated capacity of the interceptor.
No flow control device having adjustable or removable parts shall be approved.
Each grease interceptor required by this section shall have an approved rate of flow
which is not less than that given in the District's EQR schedule for the total number
and size of fixtures connected thereto or discharging thereunto. The total capacity
in gallons from fixtures discharging into any interceptor shall not exceed two and one-
half (2'h) times the flow rate of the subject interceptor .
Any grease interceptor installed or located in such a manner that the inlet is more than
four feet ( 4') lower in elevation that the outlet of any fixture discharging into such
interceptor, shall have an approved rate of flow which is not less than fifty percent
(50%) greater than that given in the District's EQR schedule.
No more than four (4) separate fixtures shall be connected to or discharged into any
one (I) grease interceptor.
For the purpose of this section, the term "fixture" shall mean and include each
plumbing fixture, appliance, apparatus or other equipment required to be connected
to or discharged into a grease interceptor by any provision of this section.
Each grease interceptor shall be vented as required by the Uniform Plumbing Code
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and each fixture discharging into a grease interceptor shall be individually trapped and
vented in an approved manner, expect that an approved type grease interceptor may
be used as a fixture trap for a single fixture when the horizontal distance between the
fixture outlet and the grease interceptor does not exceed four ( 4) feet and the vertical
tail pipe or drain does not exceed two (2) feet.
Each grease interceptor shall be installed and connected so that it shall be at all times
easily accessible for inspection, cleaning and removal of the intercepted grease.
Interceptors shall be maintained in efficient operating conditions by periodic removal
of the accumulated grease. No such collected grease shall be introduced into any
drainage piping, public or private sewer, and it shall be disposed of in an
environmentally safe manner.
Each grease interceptor shall be constructed of durable material satisfactory to the
District and shall have a full size, gas tight cover which can be easily and readily
removed.
No water jacketed grease interceptor shall be approved or installed.
Each grease interceptor shall have an approved water seal of not less than two inches
(2") in depth or the diameter of its outlet, whichever is greater.
No grease interceptor required by this section shall be installed until the type and
model of each size thereof has been approved by the District.
The District may require such tests as may be necessary to determine the grease
collecting efficiency of the various types and kinds of grease interceptors to establish
the rate of flow or other rating thereof. Such test requirements may be revised or
modified from time to time as may be deemed necessary by the District. A list of
approved and acceptable interceptors shall be kept on file in the office of the District.
P. No grease interceptor shall be installed which does not comply in all respects with a
type or model of each size approved and accepted by the District. Whenever it shall
come to the attention of the District that any grease interceptor does not so comply,
the District shall immediately suspend or revoke such approval.
CLEANOUTS
All service lines shall have a minimum of one(!) cleanout per one hundred feet of pipeline length.
A clean out consisting of a vertical 90 ° tee the diameter of the service line shall be provided at the
property line between the building being served and the main line. The upper 24" of the vertical riser
shall be cast or ductile iron and terminate 4" below grade in unimproved areas and at grade in finished
driveways, sidewalks, etc., and be plugged with a water-tight cast iron plug (see Standard Detail).
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APPENDIX "C"
MID YALLEY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
SPECIAL FEE AND COST RElMBlJRSEMENI AGREEMENT
. This Special Fee and Cost Reimbursement Agreement is entered into by and between the Mid
Valley Metropolitan District, whose address is 0031 Duroux Lane, Suite A, Basalt, CO 81621
(hereinafter "District") and United States Forest Service, whose address is-------
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WITNE SSE TH:
WHEREAS, the District is a Colorado special district and quasi-municipal corporation formed
and functioning under the authority ofC.RS. §32-1-101, ~~and §31-35-401, ~~.providing
potable water and sanitary sewer service to the area around El Jebel, Colorado; and
WHEREAS, Petitioner is the owner of that certain real property described in Exhibit "A"
attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, and desires to undertake the projects or
activities described in Paragraph 1; and
WHEREAS, the above activity or project will require the District to provide the special
services and incur the costs set forth in Paragraph 2; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to §§32-1-lOOl(l)(d), 0-m) and §31-35-402(1)(£) the District has the
authority to require reimbursement of its out-of-pocket costs in providing services to District
customers, including, but not limited to water and sewer connections, inclusions and exclusions from
the District, and planning and review of line extensions; and
WHEREAS, Sections 6.01, 8.04 and 9.01 of the Rules and Regulations of the District provide
that the District may charge legal, engineering, publication, recording, inspection and other fees of
customers desiring services from the District; and
WHEREAS, the special fees paid and collected by virtue of this Agreement shall be used
solely to pay for the cost of planning, engineering review and inspection, legal review, administrative
review and actual out-of-pocket costs incurred by the District in relation to the anticipated project;
and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the District and Petitioner desire to set forth their
agreements and understandings concerning this matter.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises of the parties,
and for other good and valuable consideration, the adequacy and sufficiency of which is hereby
acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
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I. Petitioner desires to undertake the following projects or activities involving the District or
its water and sewer systems:
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Inclusion into. the District
Exclusion from the District
Water line extension
Sewer line extension
Other (describe) __________ _
2. The activity or project being undertaken by Petitioner will require the District to
provide the following special services or incur the following costs:
x Engineering review and advice
x Legal review and advice
x Preparation of plats or plans
x Inspections
x Recording fees
x Filing fees
x Other (describe), puhlii<ation i<o:>ts
3. Petitioner agrees to pay the District in full for all special services provided or actual
costs incurred by the District in relation to the project or activity described above, on receipt of an
itemized billing for those services from the District. All such amounts are due within 3 0 days of the
date of the bill, with interest on any overdue amounts to be assessed at I . 0% per month. In the event
that such amounts remain unpaid 30 days after the date they are billed, the District.reserves the right
to cease supplying any and all services being provided, including but not limited to water and sewer
service, review and processing of applications for service, inclusion, exclusion, and line extension.
In the event the District is forced to pursue collection of any amounts due and unpaid under this
provision, it shall be entitled to collect attorneys fees, filing, and recording fees incurred in such
collection efforts in addition to the unpaid amounts due, plus interest.
4. Petitioner agrees to provide a deposit to the District in the amount of $ 0 00 , at the
time of making the initial application for the inclusion . The District shall not commence to provide
any of the services desired by the Applicant, or advance any costs, until this deposit is received by the
District. Any amount by which the Applicant's deposit exceeds the cost assessed under this Section
shall be refunded to the Applicant within a reasonable time after final action has been taken on the
project. Any amount by which the deposit is less than the total costs due to the District under this
Agreement shall be due and payable subject to the provisions of Paragraph 2 above.
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5. The District specifically does not agree to act favorably on the application made by
Petitioner in exchange for payment of the special fees set forth above.
6. This Agreement constitutes the entire and complete agreement of the parties on the
subject matter herein. No promise or undertaking has been made by any party, and no understanding
exists with respect to the transaction contemplated, except as expressly set forth herein. All prior and
contemporaneous negotiations and understandings between the parties are embodied and merged into
this Agreement .
7. This Agreement may be amended from time to time by amendments made by the
parties in written form and executed in the same manner as this Agreement.
8. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties and their
assigns and successors in interest.
9. If any covenant, term, condition, or provision under this Agreement shall, for any
reason, be held to be invalid or unenforceable, the invalidity or unenforceability of such covenant,
term, condition or provision shall not affect any other provision contained herein.
10. The parties agree and intend that this Agreement shall run with the land described in
Exhibit "A" attached hereto and be a burden upon that property until final payment has been made
to the District of all fees due and payable under this Agreement, or until the earlier termination of this
Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this SPECIAL FEE AGREEMENT on
the day and year adjacent to their respective signatures.
MIDY ALLEYMETROPOLITANDISTRICT
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Chairman
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ATTEST
Secretary
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STATE OF COLORADO )
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· Acknowledged and subscribed before me this. __ day of _______ 19 __ ,
by , Chainnan, and Secretary of the
Mid Valley Metropolitan District.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
My Commission expires:--------
Notary Public
STATE OF COLORADO )
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