The Sewer Lateral Repair Program is designed to pay up to a maximum of $3,000 towards repairing broken residential sewer laterals from the sewer main to the house. All residential units are covered under this program with the exception of the three (3) condominium complexes within the City of
Glendale.

The Sewer Lateral Repair Program pays for point-of-break repairs, which means that only the portion of the pipe that is defective is repaired. The City will only replace the entire sewer lateral if it is determined to be necessary by the City in consultation with a licensed plumber or drain layer. The responsibility of the Sewer Lateral Repair Program is limited to the screening for the break or offset, excavation and repair of lateral pipe and backfilling in a workmanlike manner. The top six inches of the backfill material will be topsoil. The Sewer Lateral Repair Program will also be responsible for filling any machinery ruts and scraping any excess dirt created during the repair and the replacement of sidewalks and parts of paved driveways and streets removed to repair defective laterals.

It will be the responsibility of the property owner to restore landscaping and ground covers, including grass in whatever manner they choose. The City is not responsible for restoration to a grass or landscaped surface. In the event obstacles such as yard sheds, garages, etc. are in the path of the lateral and/or lie over the damaged portion of the lateral, the City reserves the right to reroute the lateral to avoid the necessity of removing the structure. The program does not cover the cost to replace any trees, shrubs, flowers, sod, decks, retaining walls, fencing, or outbuildings that may be damaged during the televising or repair of the sewer lateral.

The City will pay for diagnostics and repair charges up to a maximum of $3,000 per repair of a sewer lateral. Any additional amount above the $3,000 ceiling will be the responsibility of the property owner.

Licensed plumbers and drain layers will be contracted to work on the sanitary sewer lateral on a bid basis. The City will establish a bid list and send out bids and contract with the lowest and best bidder. Upon contracting with a plumber or drain layer, the City will work closely with the contractor to insure that the sewer is repaired in a workmanlike manner. The City will inspect the sewer upon completion of the repair and will make any payment directly to the contractor only if the repairs are satisfactorily completed.

If a blockage in your lateral occurs that cannot be removed by a plumber or sewer cleaning service, or a sinkhole is observed, you may have a broken sewer lateral. If such a condition exists, you should come to City Hall and fill out an application for the program. The Sewer Lateral Repair Program will not pay for the cost of sewer cleaning to remove tree roots or buildups, rather this is the responsibility of the resident or homeowner.

Applications for sewer lateral repair can be obtained at City Hall during normal business hours or you may call 965-3600 to have one mailed or faxed to you. The resident or homeowner should not submit an application until an attempt has been made to clean out the sanitary sewer lateral by a plumber or sewer cleaning service.

*** 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 Repair Program is designed to pay up to a maximum of $3,000 towards repairing broken residential sewer laterals from the sewer main to the house. All residential units are covered under this program with the exception of the three (3) condominium complexes within the City of
Glendale.

The Sewer Lateral Repair Program pays for point-of-break repairs, which means that only the portion of the pipe that is defective is repaired. The City will only replace the entire sewer lateral if it is determined to be necessary by the City in consultation with a licensed plumber or drain layer. The responsibility of the Sewer Lateral Repair Program is limited to the screening for the break or offset, excavation and repair of lateral pipe and backfilling in a workmanlike manner. The top six inches of the backfill material will be topsoil. The Sewer Lateral Repair Program will also be responsible for filling any machinery ruts and scraping any excess dirt created during the repair and the replacement of sidewalks and parts of paved driveways and streets removed to repair defective laterals.

It will be the responsibility of the property owner to restore landscaping and ground covers, including grass in whatever manner they choose. The City is not responsible for restoration to a grass or landscaped surface. In the event obstacles such as yard sheds, garages, etc. are in the path of the lateral and/or lie over the damaged portion of the lateral, the City reserves the right to reroute the lateral to avoid the necessity of removing the structure. The program does not cover the cost to replace any trees, shrubs, flowers, sod, decks, retaining walls, fencing, or outbuildings that may be damaged during the televising or repair of the sewer lateral.

The City will pay for diagnostics and repair charges up to a maximum of $3,000 per repair of a sewer lateral. Any additional amount above the $3,000 ceiling will be the responsibility of the property owner.

Licensed plumbers and drain layers will be contracted to work on the sanitary sewer lateral on a bid basis. The City will establish a bid list and send out bids and contract with the lowest and best bidder. Upon contracting with a plumber or drain layer, the City will work closely with the contractor to insure that the sewer is repaired in a workmanlike manner. The City will inspect the sewer upon completion of the repair and will make any payment directly to the contractor only if the repairs are satisfactorily completed.

If a blockage in your lateral occurs that cannot be removed by a plumber or sewer cleaning service, or a sinkhole is observed, you may have a broken sewer lateral. If such a condition exists, you should come to City Hall and fill out an application for the program. The Sewer Lateral Repair Program will not pay for the cost of sewer cleaning to remove tree roots or buildups, rather this is the responsibility of the resident or homeowner.

Applications for sewer lateral repair can be obtained at City Hall during normal business hours or you may call 965-3600 to have one mailed or faxed to you. The resident or homeowner should not submit an application until an attempt has been made to clean out the sanitary sewer lateral by a plumber or sewer cleaning service.

*** 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.