Organisation : Directorate of Town Panchayats, Tamil Nadu
Facility Name : Apply For New Water Connection
Applicable State/UT : Tamil Nadu
Website : https://dtp.tn.gov.in/
How To Apply For New Water Connection in Tamil Nadu?
As per Section 129 of the TNDM Act, 1920, the Town Panchayat council shall, so far as the funds at its disposal may provide a sufficient supply of water fit for the domestic use of the inhabitants. In Town Panchayats having piped supply of water, the Executive Authority on application by the owner or occupier of any building in accordance with the bylaws, shall arrange to supply water for domestic consumption and use.
Related / Similar Facility : Tamil Nadu Town Panchayats Payment History Online
As per section 131 of the Tamil Nadu District Municipalities Act, 1920 the cost of making the connection and the cost of hire of meters shall be borne by the owner or applicant. In a similar way, the Executive Authority can supply water for non-domestic purposes on receiving a written application specifying the purpose for which a supply is required and the quantity likely to be consumed.
Steps:
i) One has to apply the Town Panchayat in the form prescribed which is to be obtained from the Town Panchayat concerned or download the application form from the website http://www.dtp.gov.in.
ii) Filled in forms should be submitted at the Town Panchayat Office on all working days.
iii) Submission of application along with a copy of the property tax receipt paid up to date, Patta in case of Natham or ownership registered document of property.
iv) Citizen have to wait for their turn i.e. seniority.(A seniority list will be prepared after calculating the registration fee and drinking water will be provided within 7 days after payment of deposit and necessary centage charges.)
v)Initial Amount for Water Supply connections which is non refundable will be collected based on the usage of water supply connection in accordance with bye-laws of the Local Bodies.
vi) Payment of centage charges for Water Supply Connection, on intimation from the local body in writing.
Apply Here : https://dtp.tn.gov.in/project/forms/Public/UserOtpVerify.php?service_id=Mg==
FAQ On Water Charges
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On Water Charges
What is water charges?
Water charges are the charges levied for supply of domestic and non domestic water provided to any household/commercial establishment.
On what basis, the water charges are levied?
The water charges are levied in accordance with the by-laws framed by the respective Council of Town panchayat.
What is the frequency for payment of water charges?
The water charges are levied on monthly/quarterly/Half yearly/ Anual basis in Town panchayats.