How much does it cost to connect to the water or sewer system?
Please see the Title 13 Public Utilities, section 13.04.025 ‘Fee Schedule’ of the Port Orchard Municipal Code: https://www.codepublishing.com/WA/PortOrchard/
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Does the City do surveys?
No. The City will hire professional land surveys for public property requirements. The City does not survey private lands or resolve private property issues.
When are stormwater permits required?
A minor stormwater permit is required for projects that create less than 5,000 square feet of impervious surface. Land clearing also requires a minor stormwater permit. For larger projects, a major stormwater permit is required. Typically a major stormwater project requires the services of a licensed engineer.
What part of the stormwater system does the City maintain?
Public Works maintains the catch basins and culverts that are in a City street. It also maintains those stormwater ponds that are owned by the City of Port Orchard. Property owners are responsible for maintaining their own property, to include foot drains, roof drains, and residential basins. If a homeowners association or group of neighbors … Continued
Where do I report street light outages?
Online: Street Light Problem Email: Streetlights@PSE.com Phone: (425) 456-2496
How do we get a speed bump?
The City can install speed humps on public roads that have less than 750 cars per day and are requested by the neighborhoods. To get the process started, the neighbors need to send a written request to Attention:Public Works Department at 216 Prospect Street, Port Orchard, WA 98366.
How do we get a street light repaired?
Online: Street Light Problem Email: streetlights@PSE.com Phone: (425) 456-2496
How do we get our street paved or repaired?
The City overlays streets based on the available budget and the condition of the street. For minor street repairs, such as potholes, call the City Public Works Department at (360) 876-4991 and notify the office staff that there is a pothole that needs repair. That information will be forwarded to the Public Works crew. The City … Continued
As a tenant, can I sign up to receive Water/Sewer billing?
As a tenant, per Council Resolution No. 1237, all Water/ Sewer/Storm bills must be sent to the property owner. The City does allow the tenant the option to enroll online for electronic statements or verbally request a duplicate statement by phone or email. All balances will remain with the property and the owner.
I did not receive my bill this month, what do I do?
All utility bills are mailed the last day of each month; if you haven’t received your bill please contact the Finance Department (360-876-5139) to verify your correct mailing address is on file. Also, the Utility Billing Clerk can send you out an additional copy for your records. You may want to contact your United States … Continued