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Water Availability
San Mateo County will require a letter from Skyline County Water
District (SCWD) as to the availability of water for any construction
project within our district boundaries. Availability is determined
by the characteristics of the requirements imposed by other
entities and existing facilities. Any documentation or plans
available should be presented to the district to determine
the impact, if any, to the distribution system.
An existing domestic water service connection will be evaluated
to determine if the size of the meter and length of service line
will supply adequate water supply for the structures involved.
If an existing service is to be upsized a reduction in the plant
and utility fee is available.
Meter Size
Meter size is determined by a licensed plumber, licensed contractor
and confirmed by using the Table 6-4, of the Uniform Plumbing
Code to calculate a weighted fixture unit count. This count
is then referenced on Table 6-5. of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
Some new construction or remodel projects are required to install
a fire suppression system (FSS). Skyline County Water District
requires all FSS be connected via a separate meter and service
line apart from the domestic service. SCWD does not charge plant
and facility fees for this meter installation. The connection
fee is estimated on the median installation requirements. Terrain
characteristics and meter size can influence this charge.
Backflow Device Required
SCWD requires a backflow prevention device on the customer’s
side of the meter, as close to the FSS meter as reasonably possible.
The backflow prevention device is the property and responsibility
of the homeowner and is to be installed and annually inspected
by a certified backflow prevention specialist.
An application for a new connection for domestic water service
must be evaluated to determine if the SCWD’s distribution
line is sufficient for the service requirements. If the distribution
line is not capable of supplying the service without modification,
final approval will require a system improvement project. The
following items help determine if a system improvement project
is required:
- Location & Distance of Distribution Line
- Geographical Terrain Considerations
- Regulations & Requirement Characteristics – Flow & Pressure
- Accessibility of Meter Site
System Improvement Project
Skyline County Water District considers a system improvement
project any construction, remodel, and/or upgrade involving
the water distribution system. These types of projects require
deposits, bonds, insurance and construction specifications
outlined in SCWD’s Standards and Specifications. A compilation
of District rules, regulations, standards and specifications
is available and provide at no cost.
To expedite your project,
it is recommended your General Contractor become familiar
with the documentation as it applies to your project.
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