Rules and Regulations that guide and govern the Department of Public Utilities.
Bulk and Master Meters Regulation
Gas Main Extensions Regulation
Incentive Rebate Program Regulation
Multifamily Residential Facilities Load Management Incentive Program Regulation
Gas Air Conditioning Incentive Program Regulation
Gas Expansion and Main Extension Policy Regulation
MetroCare Water Assistance Program Regulation
Sewer Connection Adjustment Regulation (Flow Meter)
The Department of Utilities is proposing new regulation or changes to existing regulation for managing gas, wastewater, water, stormwater, or electric utilities. This notice invites you to submit comments and attend a public hearing where you can share your feedback, ensuring transparency and giving you a voice in shaping the rules that affect your utility services.
Public Notice, Comment, and Hearing Procedures for Rules and Regulations
The Public Notice, Comment, and Hearing Procedures for Rules and Regulations is under proposal to be adopted. The DPU Director will hold a hearing on August 20, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 730 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219 at which time any person may appear and be heard for or against the adoption of the amendment. Written comments may be provided to Lee Crowell (lee.crowell@rva.gov) prior to the hearing.
Public Notice, Comment, and Hearing Procedures for Rules and Regulations
Water Resources Guidance Manual
The amended Water Resources Guidance Manual is under proposal to be adopted. The DPU Director will hold a hearing on July 29, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 1801 Commerce Road, Richmond, VA 23224 at which time any person may appear and be heard for or against the adoption of the amendment. Written comments may be provided to Daniel Rifenburgh (daniel.rifenburgh@rva.gov) prior to the hearing.
Amended Water Resources Guidance Manual
Richmond Erosion and Stormwater Management Permit (RESMP) Process Quick Sheet
The amended Erosion and Stormwater Management Permit (RESMP) Process Quick Sheet is under proposal to be adopted. The DPU Director will hold a hearing on July 29, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 1801 Commerce Road, Richmond, VA 23224 at which time any person may appear and be heard for or against the adoption of the amendment. Written comments may be provided to Daniel Rifenburgh (daniel.rifenburgh@rva.gov) prior to the hearing.
Erosion and Stormwater Management Permit (RESMP) Process Quick Sheet
