Water Use Rules in Columbia County, FL (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Columbia County, Florida.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Columbia County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Recycled Water Rules
Before any subdivision or development can move forward in unincorporated Columbia County, the applicant must first request potable water, wastewater, and reclaimed water service from the county under the Water and Wastewater Connections Ordinance. County code defines reclaimed water as FDEP-treated domestic wastewater distributed to customers as a beneficial alternative to potable water, and it requires developers to pay all utility fees and charges before connecting.
Columbia County Reclaimed Water Connection Rules
Some RestrictionsColumbia County Code §§ 118-382, 118-488
No subdivision of real property or any act of development within the unincorporated area of the county that falls within the jurisdiction of this division (pursuant to section 118-337) shall occur without first requesting utility service for potable water, wastewater, and reclaimed water from the county. ... Reclaimed water means domestic wastewater that has received at least the required level...
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