Sans Souci Frequently Asked Questions
Click the questions below to read through project FAQs. Please contact our Construction Hotline for more information.
What is the cost for a single-family home (equivalent residential connection)?
| Lump Sum | Monthly Payment | |
| Collection System Special Service Charge | $4,948 | $23.62 |
| Aid-to-New Construction (ANC) Fee* | $3,925 | $18.74 |
| Total | $8,873 | $42.36 |
Duplexes are considered two units and will be charged individually, as each unit requires its own connection to the wastewater collection system.
*The Aid-to-New-Construction (ANC) Fee is a payment for the wastewater treatment plant capacity you will use. The ANC Fee may change over time, and can be found in the Wastewater Tariff.
What is the interest rate for the monthly payment option?
The interest terms are 4% over 30 years.
How do I qualify for the monthly payment option?
To qualify for the monthly payment option, the property owner must execute a utility service lien. Financing is offered by BSU as a courtesy for a limited time. If a utility service lien and release form are not completed by the property owner, the property owner will be responsible for their own connection at their cost.
Why is the utility service lien necessary?
A lien is necessary only if you choose the monthly payment option. The lien will be recorded in the public records to ensure a buyer of the property is aware of the unpaid balance if you sell your home.
Is the payment transferable?
Yes, the payment obligation may be transferred to a new owner when they apply for service.
Can I make additional principal payments and/or pay off early?
Yes, you can make additional principal payments. However, please pay separately. DO NOT include an additional principal payment with your monthly bill.
How is the Special Service Charge applied?
The Special Service Charge is applied to your account beginning the month after your property is connected.
Will BSU connect my home’s plumbing to the wastewater collection system?
Yes, if you connect at the time of installation. The cost is included in the special service charge. If you do not connect at that time, you will be responsible for your own connection at your cost.
What is a “Release Form” and why do I need to sign it?
The Release Form gives BSU and its contractors the right to access your property to connect your home plumbing to the wastewater collection system and to abandon your septic system.
Why is the sewer expansion happening and am I required to connect?
The City of Bonita Springs has a water quality goal to identify properties serviced by septic systems and connect them to centralized wastewater collection and treatment system. The City secured grant funds to help pay for this construction and BSU will also pay a part so the ultimate installation cost to you is greatly reduced. Once available, connection to the wastewater system is required within one year by State law and City ordinance.
Where is the collection system going and how long will it take?
The main wastewater collection piping and manholes will be installed in the road with individual connections closely aligning where the house plumbing connects to the septic system. At project completion, properties and roadway will be restored to a pre-existing or improved condition. Construction is expected to take one year.
Watermain Replacement FAQ
If, due to construction, you have no running water, your mailbox has been rendered unusable/inaccessible ,or you have a cut phone or cable line, please call (239) 992-0711 immediately.
For all other non-emergency construction-related issues that cannot be answered below in our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s), please call the Construction Activity Hotline at (239) 390-4953 or email econstruction@bsu.us; both will reach the same location. Concerns will be logged as they are received and addressed in the order of urgency. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
I am disabled and/or have special needs, and I am concerned how this construction activity impacts me.
Please call us as soon as possible at {239) 992-0711 and explain your situation so we can make every effort to alert personnel and make any necessary accommodations.
How long before the road is repaired from construction?
The road will be passable during construction, but drive cautiously. It will be restored in the impacted areas before the end of construction.
Will my Irrigation system and/or electric fence for my pet be disturbed?
If you have an electric fence or irrigation system, please advise BSU so that the information can be passed along to the contractor before construction commences. Every effort will be made to avoid damaging the system; however, in the event that damage does occur, the contractor will make any necessary repairs.
When will my yard be restored?
Within a few weeks of construction, you should see partial restoration, and final restoration will be complete before the end of all construction activity planned in an area. BSU has pre-construction videos as a resource for verification of the pre-existing conditions,
What should I expect?
Water outages should be minimal; however, you will be informed of planned shutdowns. Emergency shut downs are always possible, so it is a good idea to keep spare water on hand.
Should damage occur to your property what should Ido?
For emergency issues, such as, no running water, mailbox rendered unusable/inaccessible, cut phone or cable line, please call {239) 992-0711 for immediate assistance. Non-emergency construction-related please call the Construction Activity Hotline at (239) 390-4953 or email econstruction@bsu.us; both will reach the same location. Pre-construction videos will be checked to validate damage against pre-existing conditions.
How long will it take my concerns to be addressed?
Emergency issues will be addressed as immediately as possible. Non-emergencies can take up to two or three weeks before completed.