Bal Harbour Village purchases its water from Miami-Dade County and then provides it to residents. The Public Works & Beautification Department is responsible for ensuring that the water distribution system delivers safe potable water for drinking, irrigation and fire suppression.
Water quality is maintained through a functional distribution system with routine inspections and maintenance.
Water Use and Metering
All water consumption is measured through monthly meter readings. Village residents use water in two primary ways:
- Domestic Water – Drinking water supplied to the home.
- Charges include a water usage fee plus a sewer charge, calculated based on the amount of water consumed.
- Irrigation Water – Water supplied to irrigation systems.
- No sewer charge is applied because irrigation water does not enter the sewer system.
- Irrigation meters must include a certified backflow preventer to protect the potable system from non-potable sources.
For the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027, utility rates in Bal Harbour Village are based on usage. Below are the current rates for all customers:
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Water Rates (per 1,000 gallons):
$6.5926 per 1,000 gallons of water consumed – 3,000 gallons minimum monthly charge.
- Sanitary Sewer Rate (per 1,000 gallons):
$14.5220 per 1,000 gallons of wastewater consumed – 3,000 gallons minimum monthly charge.
Utility Services
Start Water Service
To activate a new water account:
Application for Utility Service (Open Account)
Close Water Service
To close an existing water account:
Request to Close Utility Account Form
Submit completed applications with documents, billing or account-related questions: water@balharbourfl.gov or deliver to Village Hall
Leak Checks and Repairs
Private Property
Residents may request a water meter leak check:
- 305.866.4633
- water@balharbourfl.gov
- Leak checks are performed within 2–3 business days
- All water must be turned off during the test; no one needs to be home
Public Property
If you notice a leak or break in Village-owned infrastructure:
- 305.993.7391 (Public Works)
- publicworks@balharbourfl.gov
- After hours: 305.993.7360
Water & Utilities Supervisor
Direct Inquires Related to Water and Utilities
Bryan Bucher
305.993.7396
bbucher@balharbourfl.gov