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    Utility Services

    • Water
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    • Storm and Surface Water
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    How are utility rates established?

    In this short video, learn how utility rates are established.

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    Utilities' Rates Overview

    Utility rates are approved by City Council as part of the City’s budget. Before the proposed budget reaches City Council, it is thoroughly reviewed by the Environmental Services Commission, a seven-member citizen advisory commission. A public hearing is also held to review public comments before the Commission provides a recommendation and the City Council decides on approval.

    Utilities 2025-26 budget and rates were presented at the City Council meeting on Oct. 8, 2024 for adoption consideration. The Council adopted the City's budget on Nov. 19, 2024.

    Typical 2025-2026 Bellevue Utility Bill

    The table below shows the rate impact over the next two years broken down by cost driver for the typical single-family bill. 

    2025-2026 Typical Bill

    Utility bills pay for more than water

    Bellevue Utilities provides essential drinking water, wastewater, and storm and surface water services that meet the needs of our growing community. 

    Our service to our customers

    • Deliver essential high-quality drinking water. We maintain over 600 miles of water main pipes and 24 reservoirs that can store over 40 million gallons.
    • Protect the environment. We protect over 90 miles of open streams and over 860 acres of protected wetlands, supporting fish and wildlife habitat.
    • Reduce flooding. We manage flood controls and damage from storms. 
    • Prevent sewage overflows. We maintain over 600 miles of sewer pipes that safely deliver wastewater to King County treatment facilities.

    Water Service Charges

    Service charges are based on the size of your meter and the amount of water you use. Water use is billed in units of 100 cubic feet (1ccf). 100 cubic feet of water equals 748 gallons.

    Sewer Service Charges

    Service charges for single-family homes include a wastewater treatment charge from King County Metro and volume charges based on the meter readings obtained between December 15 and June 15.. Multifamily has a per-unit rate with additional charges based on water use over the minimum amount. Wastewater charges for businesses are based on a charge from King County Metro and a volume charge determined by your water use.

    Storm and Surface Water Service Charges

    Flood prevention/care of streams and lakes service charges are based on the square footage of your property and the percentage of impervious surfaces (roofs, driveways, decks, etc.)

    Rate Documents

    • 2025 Utility Rates
    • 2024 Utility Rates
    • 2023 Utility Rates
    • 2022 Utility Rates
    • 2021 Utility Rates
    • 2020 Utility Rates
    • 2019 Utility Rates
    • 2018 Utility Rates
    • Capital Recovery Charges Q&A
    • 2025 Connection Charge Information
    • Fireflow Capacity Charges

    Utilities

    Telephone
    425-452-6932
    Email
    utilities@bellevuewa.gov

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    For alternate formats, interpreters, or reasonable modification requests please phone at least 48 hours in advance 425-452-6800 (voice) or email servicefirst@bellevuewa.gov. For complaints regarding modifications, contact the City of Bellevue ADA, Title VI, and Equal Opportunity Officer at ADATitleVI@bellevuewa.gov.

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