Stormwater Utility Fee
This utility fee collects funds from every developed property parcel in the City of Rochester to support the stormwater management program. This program is committed to protecting and improving the quality of our water resources in Rochester and its watersheds.
When did it take effect?
The Rochester City Council adopted a Stormwater Utility Fee on October 6, 2003, that went into effect in January 2004.
How is the amount of the fee determined?
Every developed residential and non-residential property parcel is charged a fee based on its size, land use and amount of impervious (or hard surface) area. This is an equitable approach because the charges are proportional to a property’s contribution to stormwater runoff and impact on water quality.
How does the City of Rochester collect this fee?
This fee appears as a monthly charge on Rochester Public Utility (RPU) bills. If you have a question about your stormwater utility fee on your utility bill, RPU can assist you.