Shrewsbury Sewer Lateral Application / Overview

*** Please Note: Most municipalities, cities, and counties with sewer lateral programs limit reimbursements and expenses to the amount available in the Fund at any time. Some offer waiting lists and reimbursements out of the next year’s Fund revenue. Funds typically are on a first-come, first-served basis. You should always check on fund availability. Additionally, most municipalities will require proof of PAID real estate tax bills, city fees, taxes, including personal property taxes, and trash fees if applicable for eligibility to participate in any available programs.

Shrewsbury Sewer Lateral Application / Overview

*** Please Note: Most municipalities, cities, and counties with sewer lateral programs limit reimbursements and expenses to the amount available in the Fund at any time. Some offer waiting lists and reimbursements out of the next year’s Fund revenue. Funds typically are on a first-come, first-served basis. You should always check on fund availability. Additionally, most municipalities will require proof of PAID real estate tax bills, city fees, taxes, including personal property taxes, and trash fees if applicable for eligibility to participate in any available programs.

The sewer lateral insurance program applies to single-family homes, duplexes, condos or a
residential development containing not more than six (6) dwelling units and is not available to
residential buildings with more than 6 units or commercial or industrial property, as determined by
the use of the land.

*** Please Note: Most municipalities, cities, and counties with sewer lateral programs limit reimbursements and expenses to the amount available in the Fund at any time. Some offer waiting lists and reimbursements out of the next year’s Fund revenue. Funds typically are on a first-come, first-served basis. You should always check on fund availability. Additionally, most municipalities will require proof of PAID real estate tax bills, city fees, taxes, including personal property taxes, and trash fees if applicable for eligibility to participate in any available programs.

The sewer lateral insurance program applies to single-family homes, duplexes, condos or a
residential development containing not more than six (6) dwelling units and is not available to
residential buildings with more than 6 units or commercial or industrial property, as determined by
the use of the land.

*** Please Note: Most municipalities, cities, and counties with sewer lateral programs limit reimbursements and expenses to the amount available in the Fund at any time. Some offer waiting lists and reimbursements out of the next year’s Fund revenue. Funds typically are on a first-come, first-served basis. You should always check on fund availability. Additionally, most municipalities will require proof of PAID real estate tax bills, city fees, taxes, including personal property taxes, and trash fees if applicable for eligibility to participate in any available programs.

An application is available at St. John City Hall. Residents interested in seeking reimbursement for a sewer lateral repair should submit this application, filled out and accompanied by a CD that clearly identifies the problem. The nature of the problem must meet the guidelines established by the City Council in order to qualify for reimbursement.

Guidelines

The sewer lateral fund will reimburse 100% of the cost to repair a sewer lateral line that meets the following guidelines:

1. The line is crushed, collapsed, or broken to the extent that adequate flow in not permitted.
2. There is a severe offset of a joint in the line that does not permit adequate flow.
3. There is a severe back fall or negative slope that does not permit adequate flow.
4. There is a severe blockage that cannot be physically cleaned out.
5. There is damage or a break in the line that creates a hazardous condition (e.g., a sinkhole).
6. Is choked up with roots such that there is no flow in the line.

The sewer lateral fund will not reimburse for cleaning, rodding, or augering out blockages as this is considered to be normal, routine maintenance. The fund will reimburse 100% of the cost of a diagnostic CD or DVD however. Where possible we are trying to avoid making spot repairs and will try to replace the entire line from the transition at the foundation to the sidewalk or curb. We are trying to avoid making a cut in the street if possible. However, if the problem is under the street, the fund will reimburse for that repair too.

*** Please Note: Most municipalities, cities, and counties with sewer lateral programs limit reimbursements and expenses to the amount available in the Fund at any time. Some offer waiting lists and reimbursements out of the next year’s Fund revenue. Funds typically are on a first-come, first-served basis. You should always check on fund availability. Additionally, most municipalities will require proof of PAID real estate tax bills, city fees, taxes, including personal property taxes, and trash fees if applicable for eligibility to participate in any available programs.

An application is available at St. John City Hall. Residents interested in seeking reimbursement for a sewer lateral repair should submit this application, filled out and accompanied by a CD that clearly identifies the problem. The nature of the problem must meet the guidelines established by the City Council in order to qualify for reimbursement.

Guidelines

The sewer lateral fund will reimburse 100% of the cost to repair a sewer lateral line that meets the following guidelines:

1. The line is crushed, collapsed, or broken to the extent that adequate flow in not permitted.
2. There is a severe offset of a joint in the line that does not permit adequate flow.
3. There is a severe back fall or negative slope that does not permit adequate flow.
4. There is a severe blockage that cannot be physically cleaned out.
5. There is damage or a break in the line that creates a hazardous condition (e.g., a sinkhole).
6. Is choked up with roots such that there is no flow in the line.

The sewer lateral fund will not reimburse for cleaning, rodding, or augering out blockages as this is considered to be normal, routine maintenance. The fund will reimburse 100% of the cost of a diagnostic CD or DVD however. Where possible we are trying to avoid making spot repairs and will try to replace the entire line from the transition at the foundation to the sidewalk or curb. We are trying to avoid making a cut in the street if possible. However, if the problem is under the street, the fund will reimburse for that repair too.

*** Please Note: Most municipalities, cities, and counties with sewer lateral programs limit reimbursements and expenses to the amount available in the Fund at any time. Some offer waiting lists and reimbursements out of the next year’s Fund revenue. Funds typically are on a first-come, first-served basis. You should always check on fund availability. Additionally, most municipalities will require proof of PAID real estate tax bills, city fees, taxes, including personal property taxes, and trash fees if applicable for eligibility to participate in any available programs.

The City of Sunset Hills has a voluntary service line repair program which provides repair coverage for your outside sewer line, up to $4000 per incident, with no deductibles. The Service Line Warranties of America (SLWA) Sewer Line Warranty Program is the only service line protection program for homeowners fully supported by Sunset Hills and endorsed by the National League of Cities. The program provides coverage 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. SLWA, an independent organization, administers the program and is a BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating. SLWA has helped more than 100,000 homeowners across the country save over $64 million in service line repair costs. Pay just $7.75 per month – a savings of more than 11% on the standard price, or save even more with an annual payment on $88.00 – a savings of more than 16%. Plus, SLWA will waive the 30-day waiting period, so you’ll get immediate coverage! Enroll in this optional program by calling 1-855-535-7141 to speak with an SLWA agent Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Or visit http://www.slwofa.com where you can enroll online – and learn about other service line warranty products available in your area!

• A few notes to consider:
  • This is a voluntary program.
  • It is not offered or administered by the City of Sunset Hills.
  • Utility Service Partners (USP) is a private sector company

The City of Sunset Hills has a voluntary service line repair program which provides repair coverage for your outside sewer line, up to $4000 per incident, with no deductibles. The Service Line Warranties of America (SLWA) Sewer Line Warranty Program is the only service line protection program for homeowners fully supported by Sunset Hills and endorsed by the National League of Cities. The program provides coverage 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. SLWA, an independent organization, administers the program and is a BBB Accredited Business with an A+ rating. SLWA has helped more than 100,000 homeowners across the country save over $64 million in service line repair costs. Pay just $7.75 per month – a savings of more than 11% on the standard price, or save even more with an annual payment on $88.00 – a savings of more than 16%. Plus, SLWA will waive the 30-day waiting period, so you’ll get immediate coverage! Enroll in this optional program by calling 1-855-535-7141 to speak with an SLWA agent Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm. Or visit http://www.slwofa.com where you can enroll online – and learn about other service line warranty products available in your area!

• A few notes to consider:
  • This is a voluntary program.
  • It is not offered or administered by the City of Sunset Hills.
  • Utility Service Partners (USP) is a private sector company