Water Damage Relief Coming in Fairfax: City Council

FAIRFAX, VA — Homes or businesses in the city that suffer water damage are about to be provided relief on repair costs, according to the Fairfax City Council, which has approved just such a program.

Funds will be provided from a self-sustaining escrow account supported by customers with a charge added to their wastewater bills: $18 per year for single-family, townhouse and duplex property owners; and $36 annually for owners of apartment and condominium buildings; hotels and motels; and commercial or industrial facilities. These charges will be seen on bills beginning April 1.

Reimbursement may include:

• 75 percent of customer’s actual payments up to $5,000 for replacements from dwelling or business unit entirely to the main;
• 25 percent of customer’s actual payments up to $2,500 for repairs or replacements only within the right-of-way; and
• 25 percent of customer’s actual payments up to $2,500 for repairs or replacements only within the private property and only for the entire length.

Property owners are encouraged to seek sufficient insurance coverage for water and wastewater damage and repairs; click here for more information.

Image via Wikimedia Commons