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Monthly Rates - Residential Stormwater

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
*typical for residential

Effective as of Jan. 1, 2004

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;
  • Base Rate - $0.0041454; and
  • Rate 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:

  • Single-family Lots Under 12,000 Square Feet:
    Monthly rate = Lot Size x $0.0041454 x Rate Factor
  • Single-family Lots Over 12,000 Square Feet: These lots receive a reduction in fees on that portion of the lot greater than 12,000 feet. The formula for these larger lots is:
    Monthly Rate = 12,000 x $0.0041454 x Rate Factor
    plus
    (Lot Size - 12,000) x $0.0041454 x Rate Factor x 0.25

  • Duplex and Multi-Family Lots:
    Monthly rate = Lot Size x $0.0041454 x Rate Factor
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