Cape Town water bills: Why your meter size now determines the fixed charge
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Fixed charges for water and sanitation in Cape Town will be based on meter size. These changes take effect on July 1, 2026. The updates apply to the 2026/27 period. Homeowners can check their specific meter details. There is a process for residents to query billing that they believe is incorrect.
Cape Town’s 2026/27 fixed water and sanitation charges are based on meter size from 1 July 2026. Here is how homeowners can check their meter details and query incorrect billing.