Water supply upgrade
What is proposed for the water supply in Little River?
The existing plant is to be upgraded to meet New Zealand Drinking Water Standards. Funding is to be sought through the next Long Term Council Community Plan (LTCCP) process for extending the existing reticulation, and supplementing the existing water source.
What will connecting to the water supply cost?
If the funding is approved and the scheme goes ahead, the standard Christchurch City Council water rate will be charged to all property owners who have access to the extended reticulation and who choose to connect. Property owners who choose not to connect will be charged half the standard rate. Current full water rates are $31 per $100,000 of capital value. All necessary plumbing work on the property will be the owner’s responsibility and cost, and the Council has a standard connection fee that is currently $500 (GST included).
Where will additional sources be for future water demand?
Four options for supplementary sources are identified namely: an intake on the Hukahuka Turoa Stream, an intake on the Opuahou Steam, an intake on the Okana River and a well source in the Little River. Based on the assessment, the intake in Opuahou Stream and Okana River are the most likely options for consideration.
