Top of page Top of page 13.What impact will the proposed changes have on the non-domestic sector?
• The domestic allowance will be phased out as part of the new arrangements. Self-financing arrangements for water and sewerage services will require all customers, domestic and non-domestic, to contribute directly toward the cost of the services received. Charges for the non-domestic sector will continue to be consistent with the principle that the polluter pays. • Costs will be distributed fairly between the domestic and non-domestic sector, reflecting the burden that each sector places on water and sewerage services. • Water metering will continue to be the preferred basis for charging non-domestic customers for their water supplies. • Unmetered customers will pay standing charges for water and sewerage services, and a variable charge based on the NAV (Net Annual Valuation) of the business premises. • All non-domestic customers will also be required to pay sewerage, and where appropriate, trade effluent charges. Customers will also be charged for the emptying of septic tanks. • The
