Tuesday, July 18, 1972
INCREASED WATER CHARGES FOR TRADE USE NOW IN FORCE
The Water Authority today reminded the public that as from
April 1 this year, the rate for fresh water used for trade purposes has
been increased from $3 to $4 per 1,000 gallons.
The new rate of charge, announced by the Financial Secretary
in March last year, will be included in all bills issued in respect of
meter readings taken after July 1 this year.
This is to ensure that no water consumed by the trade users
before April 1 will be charged under the new rate.
A spokesman for the Authority pointed out that there are about
34,000 communal meters in service, the majority of which serve buildings
covering both domestic and trade users.
Water supplied through these meters will continue to be charged
at the domestic rate of $3 per unit of 1,000 gallons for the time being and,
in addition, the standard free allowance will be given in respect of each
wholly domestic premises served by the meter concerned.
"However", the spokesman added, "it may be necessary to review the
method of charging for trade supply meters, and consumers in these premises
are strongly advised to make arrangements for the installation of separate
meters for their own use without delay."
He said the Water Authority had prepared a leaflet in English and
Chinese explaining the procedure on how to apply for separate water meters.
Copies of this publication, as well as application forms for the installation
of separate water meters are obtainable at all Cisty District Offices.
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