Requires backflow-prevention devices and cross-connection control on water services to protect the City's potable water supply from contamination.
Water & sewer — Nanaimo, British Columbia
What are the water and sewer rules and rates?
In the City of Nanaimo, British Columbia, water & sewer rules are set by Cross Connection Control Bylaw 2018 No. 7249 and 3 other bylaws, verified 2026-08-28. Connecting to the municipal system is mandatory. Billing basis: Per Dwelling Unit and Volumetric Rate.
| connection mandatory | yes | s. 4 |
| billing basis | Per Dwelling Unit and Volumetric Rate | Schedule "B" s. 1 |
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Regulates sewer connections, usage, and associated charges within the City of Nanaimo.
| connection mandatory | yes | s. 5(3) |
| billing basis | At Cost | Schedule 'A' |
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Regulates connections to and use of the City's storm sewer system and sets associated storm-drainage fees.
| billing basis | metered | Schedule 'A' "PAY-PER-USE METERED WATER RATES" |
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Sets water utility connection rules and water rates/charges for the City of Nanaimo's waterworks system; heavily amended, consolidated 2025-DEC-15 (23 amendments).