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Metered standpipe

Metered standpipes are used to obtain water directly from hydrants for approved activities such as construction, concrete sawing, dust suppression and water carting.

Sydney Water does not allow standpipes to be used for agricultural, private or domestic use or to supply water to premises as an alternative to a normal property water service.

Metered standpipes can only be purchased from authorised suppliers.

Before you purchase a standpipe you must complete an application form. The use of the standpipe is subject to Terms and Conditions.

Use of a standpipe on Sydney Water hydrants without a valid permit is considered theft of water. Fines of $2,200 apply for water theft.

To Obtain A Permit

Step 1:

Download the Terms and Conditions and application form. Read the Terms and Conditions before completing the application form.

Step 2:

Submit the completed application to:

Mail:

PO Box 17
Wollongong 2520

Fax:

(02) 4223 3309

Step 3:

Once approved, Sydney Water will send you:

Your permit. A copy of this permit must be kept with each standpipe and presented to Sydney Water on request
A list of approved standpipe suppliers
A letter to be taken to your chosen supplier authorising them to supply you with a metered standpipe for use on Sydney Water hydrants
A permitted use sticker for each vehicle / water tank, which must be displayed at all times.

Step 4:

Obtain logbook before using the standpipe.

Your supplier will notify Sydney Water of the details of the standpipes you have purchased. A logbook for each standpipe will then be issued to you and must be maintained in accordance with the terms and conditions of your permit.