City of Columbus

Water Connection Charges

Below are the documents pertaining to water connection charges:

• Service Connection Charges Effective 8/1/2023
• Water Service Connection Permit Application 
• Cross Connection Questionnaire Required when making an application for water service (above). Please refer to the  Questionnaire Guide FAQ page for information and help completing the questionnaire.
• Backflow & Well Conversions Backflow prevention is required to ensure there is no cross-connection or back siphoning of contaminated water into the main water supply. The most common residential application that will require backflow protection is for irrigation systems and wells. There are many commercial applications as well including: direct plumbed pools,  auxiliary metering systems, irrigation systems, car washes, any property that has a second source of water available such as a well, pond or other auxiliary water storage.

To verify if a property is eligible for water service from the City of Columbus, or related questions, please contact the Sales Office at 614-645-7330.

NOTE: The sales/permit office has moved to 111 N. Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215 (free short-term parking available in the garage across Long Street).