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Sunset Valley Utilities
The City of Sunset Valley offers water and wastewater services to all commercial entities and residences within Sunset Valley.  The City of Sunset Valley is a purchase water system, meaning that water is purchased from the City of Austin and distributed to Sunset Valley customers.  Wastewater is collected and transported through the sewer system where it is treated by the City of Austin.  However, the City owns and maintains all of the infrastructure for the distribution and collection of water and wastewater.  The City also provides residential solid waste services through a contract with Texas Disposal Systems.  Additionally, the City of Sunset Valley manages a stormwater system and all streets within the City.  To learn more about each of these services please visit the following pages.  

Water             Wastewater            Solid Waste                   Stormwater               Streets

On this page you will find information regarding water, wastewater, and solid waste utility rates including utility rate changes for FY 2026. 

Residential Rates for FY 2026

 Proposed Residential Utility Rates for FY 2026
Meter Sizes  FY 26 Rates 
 Base Rate 5/8 Meter  $11.06
 Base Rate 1-Inch Meter  $13.06
 Base Rate 1.5-inch Meter  $15.06

 Base Rate 2-inch Meter

  $17.06
 Base Rate 3-inch Meter  $19.06
 Volumetric Water Rate  Cost per 1,000 gallons
 Tier 1: 0-9,999 gallons  $3.81
 Tier 2: 10,000-15,000 gallons  $5.71
 Tier 3: 15,001 -20,000 gallons  $7.13
 Tier 4: 20,001 -25000 gallons  $10.40
 Tier 5: 25,001 gallons and up  $14.56
 Sunset Valley Proposed FY 26 Residential Wastewater Rates
 Base Rate  FY 26
Monthly Cost  $7.00
 Volumetric Wastewater Rate  FY 26 Cost per 1,000 gallons
 Tier 1: 0-9,999 gallons  $1.00
 Tier 2: 10,000 + gallons  $6.71
Solid Waste Rates
Year FY 26 Rate
Rate  $16.33

 

What if I cannot afford to pay more for these services?
The City recognizes that the increases to utility rates may have a negative financial impact, especially for those on limited or fixed incomes.  As part of the adopted rate increases, the City has established a Customer Assistance Program (CAP) to help those individuals who may need assistance with their utility bills. Click here to learn more about this program and to see if you qualify. 

 Commercial Industrial Waste Disposal Rates

The City of Sunset Valley is charged an industrial waste surcharge fee for several businesses and locations throughout the City by Austin Water.  In FY 2026, this charge will be passed on to commercial customers.  The City of Sunset Valley will only be charging the amount that is charged to Sunset Valley by Austin Water.  The affected businesses will be contacted directly regarding this change. The amount of the surcharge is determined by water use throughout the winter months.  For more information please contact the Public Works Department at 512-891-9103.