Water/Sewer Connection Waivers (Adopted June 2022)

The City of Quincy estimates there are approximately 700 vacant lots (no structure) within city limits, nearly 50% of which are located west of 12^th Street. This does not include lots with structures that have been abandoned/vacated by the owner.

The city has identified the construction of new residential units west of 12^th Street as a priority. There were a total of 26 single-family residential homes constructed within city limits and the 1 ½ mile jurisdiction in 2021, with just two of them being constructed west of 12^th Street.

The Quincy City Council has adopted several incentives aimed at encouraging the construction of new residential units west of 12^th Street, from Harrison Street to Locust Street.

• The city will waive the water connection fee ($1,500) for new residential construction.
• The city will waive the sewer connection feet ($250) for new residential construction.
• The city will help cover the cost to extend water/sewer services to new residential construction.
  • The maximum amount the city will pay to extend a water line is $5,000.
  • The maximum amount the city will pay to extend a sewer line is $10,000.
  • NOTE: The developer would be responsible for any additional costs if a water line extension exceeds $5,000 or if a sewer line extension exceeds $10,000.

This incentive package sunsets in 2024.

The application for the water/sewer connection waivers is available here.