Sewer Rates
Each year, the monthly sewer rates shall increase per Ordinance No. 862. A household's monthly rate is based on a three-month average from your December, January, and February water bills. Monthly water consumption records shall be obtained by the City of Basehor from both water companies. The City Council determines the rate to be charged per 1,000 gallons. All properties outside the city limits connected to the Basehor sewer system shall pay 150% of the established rate.
New residents to the City of Basehor who have not established a water usage history of consumption will be charged a median base rate until three full consecutive months of water usage can be provided. Residents are allowed to bring in their 3 most recent water bills from either Suburban Water or Consolidated Water District #1 water departments for a re-evaluation of their rate. The detailed policy may be reviewed at City Hall upon request during normal business hours Monday - Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm.
Minimum and Vacant Rates are based on 1,500 gallons per month.
Sewer Audit
The Governing Body of the City of Basehor authorized an independent audit of the billing rates and processes of its sanitary sewer system in January of 2022. The purpose of the audit was to ensure Basehor was following best practices as it relates to billing processes and rate structures in order to support a well-maintained sewer infrastructure. The audit can be reviewed at the link below:
City of Basehor Sewer Audit
