There are ways to reduce the fee though the Stormwater Utility Credit Manual. Download the manual (PDF) to review.
Stormwater management helps ensure clean drinking water for the citizens of our City and State and is mandated by the Clean Water Act of 1972.
The purpose of a stormwater utility is to provide dedicated funds specifically to the City of Roswell’s Stormwater Management Program.
A stormwater utility is a method of generating the required funds to cover the expense of operating the City of Roswell’s Stormwater Management program.
Yes, it is important for residents to report issues to the appropriate City staff for investigation.
Reduction in fees, otherwise known as an adjustment or credit, will be considered for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
The current Stormwater Utility fees are available on the Utility Billing page.
Impervious areas cause stormwater to run-off into streams and rivers rather than soaking into the ground and recharging the water table. The City is required to manage the stormwater runoff.
Impervious surfaces are those areas that prevent rainfall from infiltrating into the ground. Examples of typical impervious surfaces found on most properties include rooftops, driveways, sidewalks, patios, parking lots, and storage sheds.
The City has aerial photographs and maps, which allow the City to determine the impervious area of properties in Roswell.