Establishes a water conservation plan with irrigation and water-use restrictions to protect Coquitlam's drinking water supply.
Water & sewer — Coquitlam, British Columbia
What are the water and sewer rules and rates?
In the City of Coquitlam, British Columbia, water & sewer rules are set by Drinking Water Conservation Plan Bylaw Number 4838, 2018 and 3 other bylaws, verified 2026-10-26. Water fixed charge: $713/year. Sewer rate: Annual flat rate: $661 per residential dwelling unit; $264 per accessory dwelling unit or lock-off unit (commencing January 1, 2026). Billing period: trimester (metered sewer rates).
| billing basis | flat for residential dwelling units; metered for other connections | Schedule "A", Section 1 and Section 2 |
| sewer rate | Annual flat rate: $661 per residential dwelling unit; $264 per accessory dwelling unit or lock-off unit (commencing January 1, 2026) | Schedule "A", Section 1 |
| billing period | trimester (metered sewer rates) | Schedule "A", Section 2 |
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Governs sewer connections, drainage systems, and discharge standards for Coquitlam's municipal sewer infrastructure.
Protects streams and drainage systems from harmful discharges and development impacts in Coquitlam.
| billing basis | flat and metered | Schedule "A", Sections 1 and 2 |
| water fixed charge | $713/year | Schedule "A", Section 1 |
| billing period | trimester | Schedule "A", Section 2 |
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Regulates the municipal water distribution system, connections, metering, and water use in Coquitlam.