Early Development Resources
Early phases of site development such as plan review are handled by City Utilities’ Engineering Development Services Department. For information regarding land use, planning, zoning, permitted uses, variances, etc. please contact the Department of Planning Services.
Site Development, Design & Construction
City Utilities’ Engineering Development Services Department (DVS) is your “one stop” for information related to site selection, availability and location of utility systems, design, submittal and construction requirements, permitting and inspections. For more information or to arrange a Pre-Submittal Meeting, please contact our office at 260-427-5064.
Development Contracts
Effective April 1, 2024, City Utilities’ Engineering Development Services has new developer contracts for water, stormwater, and sanitary sewer programs. Sample contracts and exhibits are available below for your reference. Please note that the sample contracts provide language for all possible scenarios which may or may not be applicable. These will be determined after working with our staff members. Please also note that exhibit references may change as scenarios are or are not required. If you have questions regarding these contracts, please contact Engineering Development Services at 260-427-5064 between 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday (not including weekends or holidays).
If you are developing or redeveloping property you will find information about development standards and construction requirements through the “Engineers” section of this site. Maps of the public water, sewer and stormwater management systems may be found within the interactive GIS mapping resource.
Pay Permit Fees and Project Fees
Payment in Person or Online for Tap Permit, Inspection and Testing Fees, Project Fees
Payments online through the Accela Citizens Access portal or may be made in person in Engineering Development Services between 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday (not including weekends and holidays).
Check, credit card or debit cards are accepted. Non-refundable service fees apply.
Payment by Phone for Tap Permit, Inspection and Testing Fees, Project Fees
To pay by phone using an electronic check or credit or debit card, please call Engineering Development Services at 260-427-1161 between 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday (not including weekends and holidays). Non-refundable service fees apply.