How much does it cost to connect to the sanitary sewer system?
The basic connection permit fee is a System Development Charge (SDC) of $1,657.10 for each Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) that is connected to the system. Each single-family residence is 1 EDU. Multi-family residential structures are charged 1 EDU of SDC for each apartment. Other structures, such as commercial or industrial uses, are charged SDC fees based on the use to which the site will be put. District staff use a table in the Sewer Code to determine the number of EDUs to be charged to a specific site. In addition to the SDC fee, connection to the sewer will require an inspection permit and perhaps a tap permit also. The inspection permit is to cover the cost of sending an inspector out to assure that each individual connection meets the Oak Lodge Sanitary District Sewer Code and the State of Oregon Plumbing Code. The tap permit covers the cost of a District crew tapping a sewer line and putting a fitting on the line. The sewer contractor hired by the property owner or general cont
