Some changes to our Network Policy documents
As part of our annual review of design standards and network policies, we’ve made some changes to the following documents in consultation with our stakeholders: our Design and Construction Specification (DCS), Annual Contestability Summary (ACS) and Domestic Meter Location Policy.
Please find copies of the updated documents below. These policy documents have been published on 31 January 2023 to allow a 2-month period of notice before they come into effect from 1 April 2023.
Design and Construction Specification (v3)
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If you're planning a new building or extension, here's what you might need to look at:
Water
supply
If you're building or converting a property you'll need to apply for a new water connection.
Sewerage connection
You'll need a sewerage connection to take wastewater away from a new building.
Building over a public sewer
You'll need to apply for permission if there's a public sewer within 3 metres of your planned building.
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- it’s free to calculate
- it takes less than 3 minutes
- you can calculate an estimate for up to three household water connections
- you’ll get a rough idea of the costs so you can decide what to do next.
This does not apply to large sites requiring new water mains or sewerage services.
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Calculate a free estimate for works on a large development site, including new water main installations and individual plot connections. Ideal for professional developers and self-lay providers.
This is a .xlsx document which can be opened with Microsoft Excel.
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- it’s quick and easy
- you can pay by card
- you can pay by BACS (bank transfer)
- we’ll remember your details to make applying even easier next time
- you’ll get an email confirmation when we’ve received your application
- you can upload all your supporting documents.
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Whatever you're planning to build, we've created a guide to help you find what you need.
Our online forms are the easiest way to submit and pay for your application.
If you're building or converting a property you'll need to apply for a new water connection.
Apply for permission to build over a public sewer or for a new sewerage connection.
New Appointments and Variations (NAVs)
Bulk water supply and sewerage services.
Our performance reports show the level of service you can expect from us.
Our services charging arrangements.
Environmental incentives and credits
See what discounts are available for sustainable developments.
Everything you need to know about Developer Services.
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