| connection mandatory | yes | 4.1.1 |
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Regulates connections to the sanitary and storm sewer systems, backwater prevention, and design/construction standards for sewer works in the City.
Water & sewer — Welland, Ontario
What are the water and sewer rules and rates?
In the City of Welland, Ontario, water & sewer rules are set by By-law to Regulate Management of a System of Sewer Works and Drainage Works, No. 2017-18 and 2 other bylaws, verified 2026-10-18. Water rate: $2.1608 per m3 (2025). Water fixed charge: $191.15 per year (2025). Sewer rate: $3.3959 per m3 (2025).
| billing basis | metered | s. 9.1 |
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Provides for the supply and delivery of water, maintenance and management of waterworks, and the imposition and collection of water rates.
| billing basis | metered | A minimum of four metered billings are required |
| water rate | $2.1608 per m3 (2025) | 2025 water and wastewater rates effective April 1, 2025 |
| water fixed charge | $191.15 per year (2025) | water fixed cost -- $191.15 per year |
| sewer rate | $3.3959 per m3 (2025) | wastewater treatment rate -- $3.3959 per m3 |
| billing period | quarterly (monthly for two-inch or greater water meter) | billed quarterly unless they have a two-inch or greater water meter |
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rates page: 2025 (from Apr 1): water fixed $191.15/year + $2.1608/m3; wastewater service charge $352.17/year + treatment $3.3959/m3. Billed quarterly (monthly for 2in+ meters). Multi-residential discount factors apply.