New wastewater extension ready for business
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The north-west Ashburton wastewater extension project is now complete and Council is accepting applications from property owners wanting to connect to the expanded wastewater network.
The $3.28 million project involved laying 2km of new wastewater pipes on Allens Road, Carters Road and Farm Road, and installing a new underground pump station to pump wastewater to Middle Road, where it enters the town’s wastewater and treatment network.
Infrastructure and Open Spaces Group Manager Neil McCann said it was great to see the project complete, and roads fully open in an area identified for more residential development.
“Now new homes being built in the north-west area, or older homes with septic tanks, can apply to join the wastewater network.”
Property owners or developers wanting to join must apply for a connection, engage a council-approved contractor to do the physical connection work and, once connected, pay annual wastewater fees as part of their council rates.
Mr McCann said the cost of the physical work would differ for each property.
“We’ve received our first application to connect and it is currently being processed.
“The work was undertaken by Tru-Line Civil contractors and the disturbance to residents and motorists was kept to a minimum. The most challenging part was dealing with logistical issues of getting components delivered onsite on schedule, especially the main components for the underground pump station.
“We thank our contractors for their good work and also residents affected by the project for their patience.”
Property owners wanting to know more about connecting to the wastewater network can ring Council’s customer services team on 307-7700 or email info@adc.govt.nz
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