Water and Sewer Master Plan & Capital Improvement Program
Kannapolis
Summary
City consultants presented a 10-year master plan and financial study showing that upgrading water and sewer infrastructure, meeting federal PFAS rules, and expanding wastewater capacity could require substantial borrowing. Depending on how many projects the city pursues, residents could face combined water and sewer bill increases over the coming years.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Combined water and sewer monthly bills for a typical household could rise from $74.54 to between $130.85 and $186.00 by 2036 depending on the capital scenario chosen.
All current and future water and sewer utility customers who will benefit from modernized infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and reliable capacity for growth.
City residents and fixed-income homeowners who will face higher monthly utility bills to finance major capital improvements.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Sep 14, 2026
The city approved raising one-time tap and system development fees for new water and sewer hookups to ensure growth pays for itself. Existing residents won't pay these fees, but homeowners doing infill development expressed concern over the steep cost increases.
City Council - Apr 13, 2026
City consultants presented a 10-year master plan and financial study showing that upgrading water and sewer infrastructure, meeting federal PFAS rules, and expanding wastewater capacity could require substantial borrowing. Depending on how many projects the city pursues, residents could face combined water and sewer bill increases over the coming years.
City Council - Feb 9, 2026
Water resources staff presented a 20-to-25-year plan addressing projected population growth, water capacity limits, safe yield adjustments after recent droughts, and future infrastructure investments.
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