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flag IAWAI proposes a $500 annual fee on new homes for 25 years to lower costs for existing residents.

flag IAWAI, the new water and wastewater provider for Hamilton and Waikato, is proposing a $500 annual charge on new residential developments for 25 years to shield existing households from rising water costs. flag The plan, part of a 10-year strategy set for public consultation starting March 3, aims to shift infrastructure costs to developers, potentially reducing annual fixed charges for Hamilton households. flag Key projects include wastewater plant upgrades, a new south-side treatment plant, and a 25 million litre reservoir in central Hamilton, with work progressing under a $3 billion capital plan. flag The organization emphasizes sustainable funding, affordable rates, and growth-driven cost responsibility.

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