Stormwater#
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- Electric: 6.5% average increase due to higher generation costs and grid upgrades to add resiliency and transition to our energy future.
- Water: 7% increase to help fund capital projects like pipe and meter replacements.
- Wastewater: 6% increase to help fund capital projects like improvements at the Drake Water Reclamation Facility and collection system replacement.
- Stormwater: 6% increase to help fund capital projects like the Oak Street Outfall and stream rehabilitation.
Average Single-Family Monthly Bill Comparison Utility 2024 2025 $ Change % Change Electric
700 kilowatt-hours/month
$88.42 $94.16 $5.75 6.5% Water
10,000 gallons/month
$53.04 $56.75 $3.71 7% Wastewater
4,800 gallons/month WQA
$36.97 $39.18 $2.22 6% Stormwater
8,600 sq. ft. lot, light runoff
$23.09 $24.47 $1.39 6% Total Average Bill $201.51 $214.57 $13.06 6.5%
Rates pay for construction and maintenance of Fort Collins' stormwater system, which helps protect residents and businesses during storms and floods. All developed properties within city limits pay stormwater rates, which are based on:
- Lot Size - lot area in square feet, plus the customer's share of open space in the development, if applicable
- Per Sq Ft Charge - $0.00510
- Runoff Factor - based on the percentage of impervious area (surfaces that do not absorb water) such as buildings, parking lots and concrete
Formula for Estimated Monthly Rates:
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Single-family Lots Under 12,000 Square Feet
Monthly Rate = $0.00510 x runoff factor x square feet up to 12,000
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Single-family Lots Over 12,000 Square Feet*
Monthly Rate =
$0.00510 x runoff factor x square feet up to 12,000
plus
$0.00128 x runoff factor x square feet > 12,000
*These lots receive a reduction in fees on that portion of the lot greater than 12,000 feet
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Duplex and Multi-Family Lots
Monthly Rate = $0.00510 x runoff factor x area in square feet
Prices are effective January 2025. Service charges may apply.
| Rate Factor |
Percent of Impervious Area |
Rate Factor Category (based on land use) |
|---|---|---|
| .25 | 0 - .30 | Very Light |
| .4 | .31 - .50 | Light** |
| .6 | .51 - .70 | Moderate |
| .8 | .71 - .90 | Heavy |
| .95 | .91-1.0 | Very Heavy |
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**typical for residential |
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Other Resources#
- Learn how to read your Fort Collins Utilities bill
- Residential Rates Brochure
Did You Know?
Purchasing ENERGY STAR® appliances when replacing old ones helps you save energy and money without sacrificing performance.
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