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Builders & Developers

Thank you for choosing to develop and build in the Cherokee Metropolitan District (CMD)! The CMD Development Package specify the licenses, fees, and processes required for new construction for builders and developers. For more information, contact our Customer Service representatives.

Building Construction Standards

To view the Cherokee Metropolitan District Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Construction Standards, please CLICK HERE.

Builders & Developers

Thank you for choosing to develop and build in the Cherokee Metropolitan District (CMD)! The CMD Development Package specifies the licenses, fees, and processes required for new construction for builders and developers. For more information, contact our Customer Service representatives.

Construction Hydrant Meter Rental

Cherokee Metropolitan District (CMD) requires any Contractor working within the CMD boundaries to rent a construction hydrant meter through CMD. Contractors cannot use a private device or a device rented from another Water Utility Company.

Rental Requirements:

  • Must be a Contractor, construction hydrant meters will not be rented to private civilians
  • An appointment must be made with our ORC, Tyler Dunich. Cell- 719-357-3133 Office – 719-597-5080
  • Deposit of $3,000 is required by check only
  • Construction Hydrant Meter assembly rental and water purchase agreement must be completed. CLICK HERE for the agreement.
  • Read must be reported to the Billing Department by the 15th of every month.
  • The meter must be swapped for a new meter every 180 days for testing.
  • When returning the meter, an appointment must be made with Tyler Dunich and all rented items must be returned.

Developer Package

Water and Wastewater Inspection Fees:

New Construction First Inspection: $75.00 (billed to Developer)

New Construction Re-inspections: $50.00 (per additional re-inspection)

Established Homes First Inspection: No Fee

Established Home Re-inspections: $50.00 (per additional re-inspection billed to homeowner)

Developer Package

Development Review Charges

Individual Business Development Plan Review

$200

Small Development Review (max 200 lots)

$400

Medium Development Review (max 400 lots)

$600

Large Development Review (over 400 lots)

$1,000

Development Submittal

Agreements