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Sewer/Water New Service Application

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Document Overview

This is a Sewer/Water Service Application form for the Borough of Hollidaysburg, PA. It is used to request new water and/or sewer connections for residential or non-residential properties. The form must be filed at least two weeks prior to the requested service date.

Key Sections & Requirements

I. General Information

Applicants must provide:

  • Applicant details: Name, phone, street address, city, zip.
  • Property Owner details (if different from applicant): Same fields as above.
  • Affected property address: Street, city, zip — where service will be installed.

Service Request Details

  • Specify type of service: Water (with size connection requested) and/or Sewer (with size connection requested).
  • Purpose for which service will be utilized.
  • Distance, depth, and size of nearest public utility line for both water and sewer.
  • Attach site plan(s) showing:
    • Location of site and building position
    • Desired location of service lines
    • Service line materials and sizes
    • Location of public utilities

Estimated Flow/Consumption

  • For non-residential uses: Gallons per day (with estimated flow calculations or documentation).
  • For residential uses: Number of dwelling units (EDUs).

Service Fees Table

Breakdown of fees for Sewer and Water services:

  • Tapping Fee
  • Connection Fee (including deposit if applicable)
  • Customer Facilities Fee:
    • Water Meter
    • Radio Transceiver
    • Meter pit or vault
    • Installation service
    • Other (specify)
  • Total amount due

Certification & Signature

Applicant certifies that:

  • All information is true and correct.
  • Application is authorized by property owner (or applicant is acting as agent).
  • Agrees to comply with all applicable rules, regulations, rates, ordinances, codes, laws, and acts of:
    • Borough of Hollidaysburg
    • Hollidaysburg Borough Authority
    • Hollidaysburg Sewer Authority
    • Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
    • U.S. EPA
  • Agrees to be bound by any special conditions imposed by the Borough Manager.

Signature and date required at bottom.


Departmental Use Only (Page 2)

Approval Section

  • Grants service as requested for specified property.
  • Conditions of approval (blank space for notes).
  • Important Notice: Effective January 6, 1991, lead-containing materials are strictly prohibited in plumbing systems per Pennsylvania Plumbing System Lead Ban and Notification Act. Must certify only lead-free materials used before connection.

Signatures:

  • Borough Secretary
  • Date approved

Permit numbers (water and sewer) recorded here.

Fees Paid:

  • Deposit Paid ($)
  • Actual Connection Cost ($ for water and sewer)
  • Credit or Payment Due ($)

Denial Section (if applicable)

If request is denied:

  • Reason(s) for denial must be stated.
  • Signed by Borough Secretary with date approved.

Important Notes for Applicants

  • Lead-free materials are mandatory for all new plumbing connections.
  • Site plans must be attached and clearly show layout and utility locations.
  • Estimated consumption data is required for non-residential applications.
  • All fees must be paid; final amounts determined after inspection and installation.
  • Applications not filed 2+ weeks in advance may be delayed or rejected.

This form ensures compliance with local and state regulations while facilitating safe, efficient utility service installation.

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