What are the water and sewer rules and rates?
In the City of Quesnel, British Columbia, water & sewer rules are set by Comprehensive Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1683 (Consolidated Dec 2025, effective Jan 1 2026) - Schedules B1 and B2 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-10-18. Water fixed charge: $326.56/year. Sewer rate: $332.32/year. Billing period: quarterly.
| billing basis | flat | YEARLY RATES |
| water fixed charge | $326.56/year | Single family dwelling (including mobile homes) 326.56 |
| sewer rate | $332.32/year | Single family dwelling (including mobile homes) 332.32 |
| billing period | quarterly | quarterly due dates as shown on utility invoice |
Water rates in Schedule B1, sewer in B2. Flat yearly rates: single family dwelling water $326.56, sewer $332.32; apartment or suite same. Rates in consolidation current to Jan 1 2026.
| connection mandatory | yes | required to apply for a service connection |
| billing basis | frontage tax | frontage tax as set out by bylaw |
Regulates connection to and use of the municipal water system; restricts outdoor sprinkling/irrigation to alternating odd/even-numbered-address days between May 15 and September 30; sets metering, cross-connection and enforcement rules.