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Ofwat has published, for consultation, proposals which update its guidance on self-lay, the procedure which allows builders to install their own water mains and service pipes. The water regulator is asking water companies, developers and contractors for their views on the changes it proposes to make. The proposals 'Competition in providing new water mains and service pipes (self-lay)' take account of developments within the water industry during the last three years, and the provisions of the 2003 Water Act. They update previous guidance on the subject which was issued in March 2002. In particular, Ofwat proposes to allow contractors and developers to install water meters at new housing developments. Currently, only water companies and contractors working on their behalf are allowed to carry out the work. Notes************ The document has been circulated to Ofwat's Self-Lay & Requisitioning (SLR) letter list. Organisations and individuals wishing to be included on the list should contact Irene Marnell at Ofwat, Centre City Tower, 7 Hill Street, Birmingham B5 4UA, email irene.marnell@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk Responses to the consultation should be made to Sarah Thomas, Ofwat, (address as above) or sarah.thomas@ofwat.gsi.gov.uk by 1 June 2005. To view the full document click on the link: 'Competition in providing new water mains and service pipes (self-lay)'  | ||||||
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