What are the water and sewer rules and rates?
In the District Municipality of Saanich, British Columbia, water & sewer rules are set by Sanitary Sewer Bylaw No. 8792 and 4 other bylaws, verified 2026-10-25. Water rate: $2.112 per cubic metre (2026). Water fixed charge: 12.5mm: $12.25/month; 19mm: $16.38/month; 25mm: $30.37/month (2026). Sewer rate: Saanich: $10.90/month per water service connection + $1.698/m3; CRD: $7.45/month per water service connection + $2.149/m3.
| connection mandatory | yes | s. 7(h) |
| billing basis | fixed monthly charge plus metered water usage | s. 4(b), s. 4(g) |
| sewer rate | Saanich: $10.90/month per water service connection + $1.698/m3; CRD: $7.45/month per water service connection + $2.149/m3 | Schedule "E" |
Governs connections to and use of the Saanich sanitary sewer system, including discharge standards and connection requirements.
Sets fees for connecting to Saanich sewer, water, and storm drainage systems.
| billing basis | metered | based on water meter readings |
| water rate | $2.112 per cubic metre (2026) | Regular Water Rate |
| water fixed charge | 12.5mm: $12.25/month; 19mm: $16.38/month; 25mm: $30.37/month (2026) | Monthly Water Charge |
| sewer rate | Saanich usage rate $1.698 (2026); CRD sewer treatment charge $2.149 (2026) | Sewer Usage Rate and CRD Sewer Treatment Charge |
| billing period | three times a year (every four months) | We bill three times a year |
rates page: 2026: water $2.112/m3; monthly water charge by meter 12.5mm $12.25, 19mm $16.38, 25mm $30.37; sewer fixed charge $10.90/month plus new CRD monthly sewer charge $7.45; bills every four months (three times a year). Average 2-person household about $1,795/yr incl. garbage.
| billing basis | metered | s. 10(a) |
| water rate | $1.828 for each cubic meter or part thereof | s. 11(a) |
| billing period | every four (4) months | s. 10(b) |
Regulates the Saanich water utility including connection, use, metering, and rates for potable water service.
Regulates alteration, obstruction, and drainage works affecting watercourses and natural drainage in Saanich.