Fees and Charges
Notes:
All properties connecting to or about to discharge to a public sewer shall complete the application form.
All costs associated with laying and making the connection, reinstating surfaces etc. shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Work must be completed by an approved contractor. This includes the costs associated with any required system upgrade.
Scheme | Financial Contribution per unit |
|---|---|
Balclutha | 3,015.00 |
Benhar | 13,790.00 |
Clinton | 6,255.00 |
Heriot | 9,760.00 |
Kaitangata | 6,025.00 |
Kaka Point | 5,415.00 |
Lawrence | 5,270.00 |
Lawrence – eastern extension | 10,430.00 |
Milton town | 4,260.00 |
Milton – OCF | 5,505.00 |
Owaka | 3,565.00 |
Pounawea – Gravity (includes Owaka contribution) | 10,370.00 |
Pounawea – Pumped (includes Owaka contribution) | 6,025.00 |
Stirling | 5,640.00 |
Tapanui | 4,520.00 |
Tokoiti Area A | 20,390.00 |
Waihola | 7,705.00 |
Formula for FC (excluding Benhar and Tokoiti Area A = (BV-OL) X 0.6x2 / (NCx2) + NN plus GST
Financial Contributions for Benhar and Tokoiti are calculated according to the following formula:
FC = BV x 0.9 x 2 / (NC x 2) + NN plus GST + FC for Milton - OCF or Balclutha as appropriate
| BV = Book Value | NC = Number Connected |
| FC = Financial Contribution | NN = Number Not Connected |
| OL = Outstanding Loans |
Bulk Sewage Disposal Fees
Pre-treated Bulk Sewage Disposal Fee
This fee is for disposal of bulk treated sewerage effluent, from oxidation ponds or similar standard treatment system, into Council sewers;
Scheme | Fee |
All Schemes | 2.47/m3 |
All Schemes – annual admin fee | 415.00 |
Untreated Bulk Sewage Disposal Fee
This fee is for disposal of bulk untreated sewerage effluent, including septic tank cleanings, into Council sewers. At present, untreated bulk sewerage will only be accepted by prior arrangement and only at the approved site at Balclutha;
Scheme | Fee |
All Schemes (but limited to Balclutha at present) | 36.00 /m3 |
All Schemes – Tankered waste annual registration | 520.00 |
Pump Failure Fee
This fee is for properties with boundary boxes or household sewer pumps in Benhar and Tokoiti townships. Pump failures from foreign objects and/or misuse resulting in a call out and/or repairs. This does not include failures or call outs resulting from general wear and tear.
Scheme | Fee |
Benhar and Tokoiti townships | Minimum of $400.00 or actual costs if higher |
Sewer Pipe Location
If a pipe location request is over and above providing general locates off council GIS maps for private reasons, and a contractor is required to pothole, dig or attend site to locate a pipe for any reason, actual costs of this work will be passed on including – labour, transport, corridor access request, traffic management plan and plant.
| Scheme | Fee |
| All Schemes | Actual costs |
Sportsgrounds
| Local Club Ground Hire - Administration Fee per Club per season | 470.00 |
This does not include line marking, goals, wicket preparation or other services to set up playing fields. Clubs must register and pay the fee before the start of each playing season (i.e. summer and winter)
Special Charges
Balclutha A&P Showgrounds/Riverside Reserve Grounds
Show Ring (area 1) | 83.50 per day |
Rugby Ground – ring by riverbank (area 2) | 83.50 per day |
| Football Ground No 1 – Ground near Glasgow Street (area 3) | 83.50 per day |
| Riverside Reserve Grounds – please confer with Clutha Rugby (area 4) | 83.50 per day |
| Football Ground No 2 – please confer with the Football Club (area 5) | 83.50 per da |
| Area 1 + 2 | 150.00 per day |
| Area 1 + 2 + 3 | 210.00 per day |
| Area 4 + 5 | 150.00 per day |
| Area 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 | 350.00 per day |
Milton A&P Showgrounds
| Event Hire | 83.50 per day |
| Practice Ground – behind show ring | 50.00 per day |
| Rugby Ground No 2 – in front of rugby clubrooms | 83.50 per day |
| Rugby Ground No 3 – behind No 2 ground | 83.50 per day |
| No 2 + No 3 | 150.00 per day |
| Show Ring + Practice Ground + No 2 + No 3 | 220.00 per day |
Kaitangata Sportsground
| Rugby Ground/Field | 83.50 per day |
Circus & similar type activities: 470.00 per day
Refundable bond payable on booking: 720.00
Individual clubs will be charged directly for usage of grounds where maintained by Council.
Sundry Licence Fee
| Where licence not otherwise covered | 195.00 |
Swimming Pools
Balclutha/Milton
Swim | Adult | Snr Citizen | Child | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Casual | 5.00 | 4.50 | 4.00 | 18.00 |
10 Swim Concession | 40.00 | 36.00 | 32.00 | |
25 Swim Concession | 87.50 | 78.70 | 70.00 | |
50 Swim Concession | 150.00 | 135.00 | 120.00 |
Hire | Adult |
|---|---|
Peak Pool Hire (per hour)220.00 | 220.00 |
Off Peak Pool Hire (per hour) | 190.00 |
Lane Hire (per hour) | 32.00 |
Meeting Room Hire (per hour) (Balclutha only) | 20.00 |
| Meeting Room Day Hire | 130.00 |
Note: Adult free if accompanying a pre-school child. All hires are for a minimum of 1 hour.
Trade Waste
Council adopted a Trade Waste Bylaw in 2019. Trade Waste discharges are classified as one of the following types:
Permitted Trade Waste; (in which case an Approval Notice must be obtained).
Conditional Trade Waste, (in which case a Consent must be obtained or a Trade Waste Agreement be entered into); or
Prohibited Trade Waste, (in which case no Consent will be granted and no Trade Waste Agreement will be entered into, will be required to pre-treatment or additional treatment if allowed to be connected at all).
Charges for 2025/26:
Type of Consent | Category | Application fee for New or Change in Activity | Consent Period (Years) | Annual Inspection Fee | Annual Consent Maintenance Fee | Volumetric flow charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Permitted | 1 | 150.00 | 5 | 0 | 0 | Not applicable |
Permitted | 2 | 150.00 | 5 | 0 | 0 | Excess volume x 0.8 x $3.16* |
Conditional | 3 | 300.00 | 5 | 300.00 | 150.00 | Excess volume x 0.8 x $3.16* |
Conditional | 4 | 300.00 | 5 | 600.00 | 150.00 | Excess volume x 0.8 x $3.16* |
*This is calculated using the urban wastewater rate (GST Inclusive) $925.60/(366 x80%) = $3.16
Note:
- All properties will be charged 1 x urban sewer rate.
- Volumetric charges will be invoiced Quarterly based on the water meter readings.
- Annual charges will be invoiced in the first quarter,
- Excess volume = usage – 366 m3/year,
- There will be no application charges for the existing customers. If the activity of the existing customer has changed, customer requires to complete and submit the application.
Examples: The table below shows the categories for the Trade Waste Bylaw with industry examples and examples of likely costs. The different type of consent and categories are volumetric based.
Category | Description | Examples | Charging regime | Example annual charges for existing commercial properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Equivalent to a domestic demand for water use and load | Small Office, Banks | Wastewater UAC Application fee for new activities of change of activity or discharge conditions | Covered by UAC |
2 | Has higher water use than a domestic demand but with a similar load | Motels, Campgrounds | Wastewater UAC Application fee for new activities of change of activity or discharge conditions Wastewater flow charge | Water use = 1,000m3/yr Wastewater flow charge = (1000-366) x 0.8 x $3.16 = $1,602.75 |
3 | Equivalent to a domestic demand for water use but with a higher load concentration | Hairdresser, takeaways, restaurant, bars, schools | Wastewater UAC Application fee for new activities of change of activity or discharge conditions Wastewater flow charge Inspection fee Annual consent maintenance fee | Water use = 650m3/yr Wastewater flow charge = (650-366) x 0.8 x $3.16 = $572.54 Inspection fee = $300.00 Annual account maintenance fee = $150.00 Total Annual Charge = $1,167.95 |
4 | Higher water use and increased load | Factories, Truck stops | Wastewater UAC Application fee for new activities of change of activity or discharge conditions Wastewater flow charge Inspection fee Annual consent maintenance fee | Water use = 6,000m3/yr Wastewater flow charge = (6000-366) x 0.8 x $3.16 = 11,358.14 Inspection fee = $600.00 Annual account maintenance fee = $150.00 Total Annual Charge = $13,390 |
The examples above are dependent on the activity and on the number of inspections required per year. The costs for sampling and flow monitoring are not included in the charges above as these are site specific. Any costs incurred for sampling or flow monitoring will be passed onto the commercial business.
Site inspection – actual cost | 160.00 per hour |
Tankered waste annual registration | 595.00 |
Tankered waste discharge | 36.00 per cubic metre |
Trading in Public Places
(i.e mobile shop, hawkers, itinerant traders)
Per day (non-charitable) | 35.00 |
Per annum | 195.00 |
Vehicle Stands on Streets
Per Stand | 123.00 |
Per Operator Maximum | 246.00 |
Per Day | 34.00 |
Waste Management
Wheelie Bins
Bins damaged by consumer | 185.00 |
Bins damaged on day while out for collection | No Cost |
Additional Wheelie Bins - Household Kerbside Collection Only
Red lidded rubbish wheelie bin (1x extra max per household) | 194.00** |
Yellow lidded rubbish wheelie bin (1x extra max per household) | 194.00** |
| One off fee per bin for delivery of extra wheelie bin | 150.00 |
Beaumont Skip
Key for Skip Use | 388.00** |
Mt Cooee Landfill
Disposal Charges | |
|---|---|
General Refuse | 380.00/tonne (420/tonne for transfer station) |
Green Waste Discount *** | 50% |
Household Recycling (as specified) | Free |
Vehicle Batteries | Free |
Scrap metal/whiteware (excluding fridges, air conditioning units and heat pumps) | Free |
Fridges | 36.00 each |
Air conditioning units and heat pumps | 60.00 each |
Fridge, heat pump or air conditioning unit with approved degassing certificate | Free |
VENM (virgin excavated natural materials – soil, clary, gravel, rock) (by prior arrangement) | Free |
LPG Cylinders | 24.00 each |
Disposal of Tyres: Car/4WD **** | First 5 free, after that 15.50 each***** |
Disposal of Tyres: - Truck **** | First 5 free, after that 53.00 each***** |
Disposal of Tyres: - Bulk **** | 1,350.00/tonne |
Notes:
*This is equal to 50% of the kerbside collection rate.
** This is equal to 100% of the kerbside collection rate.
*** This discount will apply to all loads of green waste as defined below and assessed by landfill staff. Any loads that are found to be contaminated as they are unloaded will be charged at the full refuse rate as estimated by the landfill staff.
Approved green waste includes lawn clippings, hedge clippings, tree trimmings with branches less than 150mm diameter, and garden weeds. Small amounts of soil associated with plant roots, etc. is acceptable.
**** All tyres must be clean (not caked in mud) and de-rimmed. We will not accept tyres with rims (noting that a separated rim can be dropped off for free as scrap metal).
***** First 5 tyres are free through the Tyrewise scheme
Special Waste
Application for registering Special Waste | 83.00 |
Deposit for special waste requiring further assessment | 920.00 |
Special Waste Charge | 505.00/tonne |
Note: Any special burial costs will be additional to the above rate, e.g. the cost of a separate disposal hole. | |
Car Bodies
Complying | 45.00 |
Note: Fuel tank shall be emptied and cap removed, LPG and CNH tanks shall be removed, batteries shall be removed, engine and transmission shall be drained of all oil, seats, upholstery, and glass and tyres shall be removed. Waste or organic material shall not be present. | |
Transfer Stations and Skip Sites
Refuse Bag (max 120L) | 8.50/bag |
Notes: Charging will be based on estimated refuse volume. Large volumes of waste in excess of 2.0m3 will not be accepted. Special waste will not be accepted. | |
E Waste Recycling Price List
Computer (desktop or laptop) | 9.50 |
Computer server | 22.00 |
LCD/LED Screen less than 24” | 18.50 |
LCD/LED Screen 24” - 40” | 25.00 |
LCD/LED Screen 40” – 60” | 37.00 |
CRT TV Old style TV | 53.00 |
Data Projector | 9.50 |
Printer/Fax/Typewriter/Photocopier | |
Small | 9.50 |
Medium | 12.50 |
Large | 25.00 |
Microwave, VHS, DVD, vacuum cleaner, laminator, shredder, | |
Small | 3.50 |
Medium | 6.50 |
Large | 9.50 |
Oversized | 12.50 |
Batteries (all types) | * |
Power cords, data cables, toner and inkjet cartridges (sealed), cell phones, batteries within a device, sundry wires | Free |
* These are now free -funded by the Waste Levy and partnered with Phoenix Recycling Group
Water Analysis
Bacteriological, chemical - Actual Cost
Water Supply (Rural)
Financial Contribution | (See formula below) |
Administration Charge – Application Fee, non-refundable | 270.00 |
Rural Water Scheme Modelling (Deposit)* | 640.00 |
* Please note that $640 deposit is required for work to get underway – Actual Charge will be confirmed with applicant before proceeding, and the difference will be refunded if applicable.
Financial Contribution for new consumers and additional over-design supplies, to apply where a property is not connected to the scheme where water supply is available but no corresponding financial contribution has been paid.
The contribution is based on number of units supplied, or if a property that has previously paid a financial contribution and has been given a corresponding allocation now seeks an increased supply in excess of that allocation. Provided it is possible to supply the additional water, the contribution is to be levied on each unit approved above the allocation.
The minimum charge shall be for a 2-unit supply. Financial Contributions levied will be in addition to any cost of additional capital works required to make the connection or provide the supply. Payment of the financial contribution is required prior to the supply being made. In each case, the contribution and any entitlement created by it is to attach to the land.
In particular cases, financial contributions may be amended by resolution of the Rural Water Scheme Committee.
Notes:
- All properties connecting to a public water main shall complete the application form.
- All costs associated with laying and making the connection, reinstating surfaces etc. shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Work must be completed by a council approved contractor. This includes the costs associated with any required system upgrade.
Scheme | Cost/Unit $ | |
|---|---|---|
Balmoral-Tuapeka | 590.00 | |
Clydevale – Pomahaka | 1,155.00 | |
Glenkenich | 425.00 | |
Moa Flat | 360.00 | |
North Bruce | farm connection (base charge) | 955.00 |
North Bruce | residential / lifestyle* | 3,820.00 |
Richardson | farm connection (base charge)** | 1,460.00 |
Richardson | residential / lifestyle * | 3,505.00 |
South Bruce | farm connection (base charge) | 405.00 |
South Bruce | Residential / lifestyle * | 1,635.00 |
Wangaloa | 655.00 | |
Waipahi | 460.00 |
Scheme Factor = (((BV-OL) x 0.25) / SC) x 0.065 plus GST
Where: BV = Book Value. OL = outstanding loans and SC = scheme capacity.
* For properties less than 30 ha
** For the Richardson and Clydevale-Pomahaka Schemes the following contribution will respectively apply: The contribution shall be five times the current unit rate for the Richardson scheme and three times the current unit rate for the Clydevale-Pomahaka scheme per unit of additional supply.
Unauthorised Water Use
Under provisions of the CDC Water Supply Bylaw, unauthorised use of water on rural schemes will be charged for at the estimated maximum unauthorised usage rate multiplied by the annual scheme unit charge, multiplied by the estimated period in years of unauthorised use (minimum 1 year). Additional to the estimated charge for water used, an administration charge of $310.00, plus the actual costs to remedy unauthorised fittings and of follow-up re-inspection, will also be payable by the offender.
Example: If a 2-unit restrictor is found drilled out to supply 18 units, typical charges will be:
16 (units stolen) x $172.00 (scheme unit charge) + GST + $310.00 (admin) = $3,474.80 + actual remedial and re- inspection costs.
Subdivision
The property owner at the time of subdivision shall be liable for all costs required to provide the minimum water allocation to each lot.
Out of District Water Rates
Charge per unit for the sale of water supplied to out of district customers, from the following Rural Water Schemes:
Glenkenich | 662.20* |
Moa Flat | 465.00* |
Water Pipe Location
If a pipe location request is over and above providing general location information off council GIS for private reasons, and a contractor is required to pothole, dig or attend site to locate a pipe for any reason, actual costs of this work will be passed on including labour, transport, corridor access requests, traffic management plan and plant.
| Scheme | Fee |
| All Schemes | Actual Costs |
Water Supply (Urban)
Financial Contribution | (See formula below) |
Administration Charge – Application Fee, non-refundable | 270.00 |
Engineering and Installation Costs (plant, labour, materials) | Actual Cost |
| Basic Development
Engineering Inspection Fee | 210.00 |
For a new single connection inside the scheme area, where the property has paid a previous financial contribution, or has been paying a half rate charge for more than the five previous years, the Financial Contribution is not required but the other costs shown are payable. Where the property has been paying a half rate charge for less than the five previous years, the Financial Contribution shown shall be reduced pro-rata, i.e. discounted 20% per year of half rate payment.
The Financial Contribution and other costs shown are payable for new connections outside the Scheme area, and additional connections inside the Scheme area, where no previous financial contribution or half rate charge has been paid. Where intensification occurs, each self-contained habitable unit is deemed to be a separate connection for fees and rating purposes.
For commercial premises (including residential premises converting to commercial) and for extraordinary connections (outside the Scheme area), a metered connection will be installed, for which the applicant shall be charged Actual Cost additional to all other relevant fees and charges.
The Basic Development Engineering Inspection Fee is for inspections outside of the property boundary undertaken by council staff or contractors that are not covered under a building consent. The inspection can cover both sewerage and water supply inspections and is for developments up to three additional lots per inspection. Large developments will be charged on a time basis at the consent monitoring staff hourly rate.
Notes:
- All properties connecting to a public water main shall complete the application form.
- All costs associated with laying and making the connection, reinstating surfaces etc shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Work must be completed by a council approved contractor. This includes the costs associated with any required system upgrade.
Scheme | Financial Contributions $ / Unit | |
|---|---|---|
Balclutha | 1,735.00 | |
Benhar | 6,810.00 | |
Clinton | (incl. Clydevale-Pomahaka Contribution) | 2,670.00 |
Kaitangata | 2,640.00 | |
Kaka Point | (incl. Richardson Contribution) | 5,620.00 |
Lawrence | 2,850.00 | |
Milton town | 4,565.00 | |
| Tokoiti to Milton Extension | 6,195.00 | |
Milton – OCF | 5,410.00 | |
Owaka | 3,165.00 | |
Stirling & Cherry Lane | 2,175.00 | |
Tapanui | 1,920.00 | |
Waihola | (incl. North Bruce Contribution) | 6,045.00 |
Formula for FC = (BV-OL) x 0.6 x 2 / (NCx2) + NN + GST
| BV = Book Value | NC = Number Connected |
| FC = Financial Contribution | NN = Number not Connected |
| OL = Outstanding Loans |
Metered Water
Connection Charges
Water used below 366 m3/year | (incorporated in annual water rate) |
Water used over 366 m3/year | 4.65*/m3 |
Water used Commercial/industry penalty – in excess of agreed maximum | 9.29**/m3 |
Water meter reading fee – on demand | 54.00 |
Annual admin fee (bulk water carriers only) | 345.00 |
* This is calculated using the urban water rate (GST Inclusive) $1,700.70/366
** This is double the Water used over 366 m3/year charge
Metered water charges will apply as per section 25 of the Clutha District Council Water Supply Bylaw as above for all metered commercial and residential connections and will be charged once the base allocation (usually 366 cubic metres per annum) has been used.
Water Pipe Location
If a pipe location request is over and above providing general locates off council GIS for private reasons, and a contractor is required to pothole, dig or attend site to locate a pipe for any reason, actual costs of this work will be passed on including – labour, transport, CAR, TMP and plant.
| Scheme | Fee |
| All Schemes | Actual Costs |
Inflow and Infiltration
Inflow and Infiltration reinspection
Hours | Rate | Total Cost $ | |
|---|---|---|---|
Inspection costs including travel and vehicle | 2 | 160.00 | 320.00 |
Admin and follow up | 1 | 85.00 | 85.00 |
405.00 |
Three Waters Approved Contracting
Application to become an Approved Contractor
Admin Fee on Application | 250.00 |
Inspection Fee | 205.00* |
| Admin Fee for Reapplication (3-yearly) | 150.00 |
*For each individual who will be an Approved services installer (ASI) for cut ins to the CDC network
