Confirmation today that the $13m Lauderdale Sewerage Scheme is going ahead will bring huge benefits to the Lauderdale community and environment.
The scheme is on track for construction to begin in the coming months after the minimum take-up target of 200 property owners was reached last week.
Southern Water CEO Mike Paine said that more than 200 property owners have already signed up to connect to the scheme in the six weeks since applications to connect opened.
“The strong initial response we have had enables us to confirm that the scheme is viable and will proceed as planned,” Mr Paine said.
“This is great news for those people who have signed up as they will no longer have to rely on septic tanks and onsite systems once they are connected, as well as for other property owners who have the option of making the switch to a reticulated sewerage service in the future.
“We know that ageing and failing septic tanks pose an environmental risk so this project has a huge environmental benefit for Lauderdale and the surrounding area.”
Clarence Mayor Doug Chipman has welcomed the news that the scheme will proceed as planned.
“Prior to the water and sewerage reforms in 2009, Clarence City Council identified the need for a sewerage service in Lauderdale to reduce environmental pollution caused by failing septic tanks and provide increased amenities to the community.
“We are delighted that this has now come to fruition and hope to see as many properties as possible connecting to the scheme.”
For a Service Introduction Charge of $11,500 — which can be paid off over up to ten years — and the cost of private plumbing works, property owners in Lauderdale can sign up for the scheme.
Construction of the scheme is expected to commence around the middle of the year.
Lauderdale property owners wishing to sign up or find out more can visit our Project Office at 530 South Arm Road, call 6237 8200 or email [email protected]
Southern Water CEO Mike Paine
