Water Rates & Charges
Lakefront Utilities provides water and wastewater billing services for customers in Cobourg, Colborne, and Grafton.
Water and sewer charges may include:
- Monthly fixed service charges
- Consumption-based charges
- Stormwater charges, in Cobourg
Rates vary depending on your municipality, meter size, and water usage.
Select your community below to view current rates, charges, and related by-laws.
Cobourg
Cobourg Monthly Consumption Charges for Water & Sewage Services
| Water Consumption | Water Rates ($/m3 & Gallons) | Sewage Treatment Rates ($/m3 & Gallons) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | |
| First 22.73 m3 (5000 Gallons water consumed) | 1.94 | 1.94 | 1.97 | 1.93 |
| Second Block consumption beyond 22.73 m3 to 35 m3 water consumed. | 2.42 | 2.42 | 2.45 | 2.40 |
| Third Block over 35 m3 water consumed. (Applies only to residential customers.) | 3.04 | 3.04 | 2.45 | 2.40 |
Cobourg Fixed Base Monthly Charges for Water & Sewage Services
| Water Meter Size | 2026 Base Charge for Water Services | 2026 Base Charge for Sewage Services |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8″, 3/4″ | $21.16 | $19.52 |
| 1″ | $81.10 | $74.86 |
| 1 1/2″ | $116.34 | $107.41 |
| 2″ | $151.60 | $139.96 |
| 3″ | $234.20 | $216.22 |
| 4″ | $326.64 | $301.55 |
| 6″ | $510.04 | $470.87 |
| 8″ | $694.72 | $641.40 |
Cobourg By-Law Number 006-2026 Water and Sewer Rates and Connection Requirement
Cobourg By-Law Number 067-2024 Water and Sewer Rates and Connection
Colborne
Colborne Monthly Consumption Charges for Water & Sewage Services (As of July 1 2026)
| Water Consumption | Water Rates ($/m3) | Wastewater Rates ($/m3) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 | |
| Metered Volumetric Charge – All Water | $2.83 | $3.46 |
Colborne Fixed Base Monthly Charges for Water & Wastewater Services (As of July 1 2026)
| Water Meter Size in mm (inches) |
2026 Base Charge for Water Services | 2026 Base Charge for Wastewater Services |
|---|---|---|
| 15mm (0.62″) | $28.61 | $34.87 |
| 20mm (0.75″) | $28.61 | $34.87 |
| 25mm (1″) | $40.09 | $48.86 |
| 40mm (1.5″) | $51.53 | $62.79 |
| 50mm (2″) | $83.02 | $101.17 |
| 75mm (3″) | $314.91 | $383.77 |
| 100mm (4″) | $453.26 | $552.37 |
Township of Cramahe By-Law 2026-31 – Water Works Service Rate
Township of Cramahe By-Law 2026-30 – WasteWater Works Service Rate
Township of Cramahe By-Law 2026-08 – Water Works Service Rate
Township of Cramahe By-Law BL-07-26 – Wastewater Works Service Rate
Township of Cramahe By-Law 2023-27 – Water Works Service Rate
Township of Cramahe By-Law 2023-26 – Wastewater Works Service Rate
Grafton
Grafton Monthly Charges for Water Services
| Water Consumption | Water Rates | Bulk Water |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 | |
| Volumetric Rate – Per Cubic Meter | $2.84 | $3.84 |
Grafton Monthly Fixed Charges for Water Services
| Water Meter Size | 2026 | Environmental Charge |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8″, 3/4″ | $37.73 | $9.96/Month |
| 1″ | $52.83 | |
| 1 1/2″ | $67.90 | |
| 2″ | $109.42 | |
| Non-Metered Charges | $93.47 |
Grafton By-Law Number 38-2021, Water Rates
Water Meter Rates 2026
**Prices may vary due to tarrifs. Please call for updated pricing
| Meter Size | Meter | Meter With Installation |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8″ x 3/4″ | $633.55 | $758.55 |
| 3/4″ | $748.44 | $873.44 |
| 1″ | $910.42 | $1,035.42 |
| 1 1/2″ | $1,622.61 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
| 2″ HP (Compound) | $6,498.97 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
| 3″HP | $9,026.66 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
| 3″ MACH-12″ Spool | $7,255.49 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
| 3″ MACH-17″ Spool | $7,468.70 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
| 4″ MACH-14″ Spool | $7,158.97 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
| 4″ MACH-20″ Spool | $7,548.97 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
| 6″ MACH-18″ Spool | $11,006.33 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
| 6″ MACH-24″ Spool | $11,526.35 | 3rd Party Installation (Price Varies) |
Water Meter Rates are subject to change based on market demand and pricing.