Lower Pottsgrove Township, PA

Services --> Water & Sewer

Public Water

If you have public water The Borough of Pottstown Water Department provides the service. If you are experiencing problems or have any questions please contact the Borough directly at 610-970-6530

Pottstown Borough website: http://www.pottstown.org

Sewer Billing

If your property is connected to public sewer and water facilities you are subject to quarterly rental fees to pay for the operation of the utility. The Lower Pottsgrove Authority provides sewer service at a quarterly rental rate of $109.50 per home. Bills can be paid by mail at Box 512525, Philadelphia, PA 19175-2525. The connection of sump pumps to your sewer line is strictly prohibited by Township Ordinance.

If you are selling your home and are on the public sewer system, a sewer reinspection by the Township Inspector is required. Please call the permits clerk to obtain a form and schedule your appointment. A sewer certification to finalize the billing is also required for settlement. When ordering a sewer certification, please show the property address, buyer, seller and settlement date. For more information, please contact Kathy Kurtas at 610-323-0436 ext. 201.

Q & A

Q: How is my bill calculated?

A: Currently the sewer rental is $438 per year or $109.50 per quarter.

Q: When is it mailed?

A: All sewer bills are mailed on a quarterly basis throughout the year.

First Quarter: January through March, billed on or about April 15
Second Quarter: April through June, billed on or about July 15
Third Quarter: July through September, billed on or about October 15
Fourth Quarter: October through December, billed on or about January 15

Q: When is it due?

A: Payments are due and payable within thirty days.

First Quarter: Due May 15
Second Quarter: Due August 15
Third Quarter: Due November 15
Fourth Quarter: Due February 15

Q: Where can I pay for it?

A: Bills can be mailed directly to the Lower Pottsgrove Authority, Box 512525, Philadelphia, PA 19175-2525.

Q: What does it pay for?

A: The annual sewer rents pay for the operation and maintenance of the sewer system, pumping stations, and the Pottstown Wastewater Treatment Plant, as well as debt service on Authority Bonds.