Developers Info

The steps involved in getting your construction site set up for water delivery generally occur in the following sequence. Some of the steps may overlap, and remember that this is an overview, rather than an exhaustive list. Follow the links for more information and contact us for more information when required.

Project Submittal Form
CCWS   (fillable pdf form)
CCWS Annual Renewal (fillable pdf form)

Virgin Valley Water District (District) Process for Obtaining a Conditional Commitment for Water Service (CCWS) and Project Approval

1) APPLICANT: Shall submit

• Project Submittal Form
• Conceptual Plan

2) DISTRICT: Will provide a water availability letter (expires one year after issuance, unless following steps are completed)

3) APPLICANT: Shall submit:

• Completed CCWS Form
• Two sets of Improvement Plans for review
• Plan Review Fee

4) DISTRICT: Will review and provide review comments

5) APPLICANT: Will revise plans and re-submit for additional review:

• Two sets of revised plans for District review and possible approval

If plans are not accepted applicant shall repeat steps 4 and 5 again.

6) DISTRICT: Will issue an acceptance letter including the CCWS Fee amounts due for project

7) APPLICANT: Shall pay fees for CCWS

8) DISTRICT: Shall issue a CCWS (Applicant must renew by June 30 of each year)

9) APPLICANT: Will submit mylars for District approval and signature

10) DISTRICT: Shall sign improvement plan mylars and return to Applicant

11) APPLICANT: Will provide District with the fully approved plans in the following formats: (must include all signatures from the City and/or County)

• 1-24×36 Paper
• 1-Pdf
• 1-CAD
• 1-24×36 Address Map (for all Subdivisions)

12) APPLICANT: Will submit the Final Map for signature

13) DISTRICT: Will sign and return Final Map to Applicant

14) APPLICANT: Will complete construction of ALL improvements

15) DISTRICT: Coordinated with the City of Mesquite, the District will conduct a walk-through of the completed construction improvements

16) APPLICANT: When meters are ready to be installed, Applicant shall submit application for service, pay applicable System Development Charge (SDC) and Meter Installation fees, and request meter(s) to be installed

• Application for meter installation

17) DISTRICT: Will provide proof of payment

18) APPLICANT: Will provide the District with as-builts in the following formats:

• 1-24×36 Paper
• 1-PDF
• 1-CAD

19) DISTRICT: Will provide letter of substantial completion and one-year warranty period will begin

The District now offers two ways to submit your annual renewal form:

Online submission and payment of annual renewal fees. This is the quick and easy way to submit your application.

CCWS Annual Renewal (fillable pdf form) This form must be returned to the office by the last working day in June along with any applicable fees.

See Sections 4-7 of the Rules, Regulations & Rates for the complete policy

Annual Renewals of Conditional Commitment for Water Service

The District may issue a Conditional Commitment for Water Service (“CCWS”) committing to provide water service to certain real property within the District’s service area. Each CCWS is subject to certain conditions and limitations as contained in the CCWS, in the District’s Charter, in the District’s Rules Regulations & Rates, and pursuant to NAC 445A.6577 or other applicable law. Failure to satisfy a Condition may result in termination of the CCWS. The holder of a CCWS shall renew the CCWS on an annual basis. A CCWS that is not renewed expires and all commitments associated therewith are terminated and void.

Annual Renewal Deadline. The annual renewal deadline for all CCWS shall be the last business day of June.

A CCWS shall be valid for a period of at least one year after its Issuance Date. As such, a CCWS may remain effective and valid for a period of longer than one year before it must first be renewed, depending on the date of its issuance.  For example, a CCWS with an Issuance Date of February 28, 2019 will not be subject to renewal until June 30, 2020.

Applicant shall first contact the District and describe the nature of the amendment. Based on the type of proposed amendment, the District will advise the Applicant what specific information and documents, other than or in addition to those described below, will be required in connection with the District’s review of the proposed amended map.

Project Submittal Form
CCWS   (fillable pdf form)
CCWS Annual Renewal (fillable pdf form)

Applicant shall submit:

• a copy of the proposed amended final map (8½” x 11”)
• pay the Amended Final Map Base Fee and per lot fee
• submit a completed CCWS Application and a cover letter describing the specific changes that are associated with the amendment and all information and other documentation specified by the District based on the nature of the amendment

If amendment effects any water lateral locations the following will be additionally required.

• Two (2) sets of the modified improvement plans (24” x 36”) which shall conform to the District’s Design Standards and Specifications.
• Plan Check Fee
• Laterals are abandoned or added prior to permitting of lot.
• Plot Plans with all utilities both vacated and active to show that the water service is not located in driveway (8½” x 11”) at the time of permitting.

If amendment adds any water services an additional CCWS will be required and the developer will need to follow the process as outlined in section 4-6

If amendment removes any lots, the Applicant may submit a request to transfer CCWS Fees paid for any lots that have been removed from the subdivision subject to the terms of the District’s policy on the transfer of CCWS Fees. (see 4-8 Transfers of a CCWS and Unused EDUs)

All of the same conditions as stated in the CCWS shall apply to any and all amended lots and shall remain in effect as to all other lots.

If you wish to sign up for rental of a hydrant meter, the following application will need to be filled out and returned to the district.  The district requires at least 2 business days’ notice to install a hydrant meter.

• Online Application
• Application for Hydrant Meter Rental (pdf)  pdf must be emailed to customerservice@vvwdnv.com or filled out in the office.

This application requires that the developer has read and agrees with the current Operating Rules, Regulations and Policies (section 6-9) which contains other information and requirements.

For the full policy see -SECTION 6-9 in the District’s Rules Regulations & Rates

CCWS, SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT, AND METER INSTALL SCHEDULE

The fees you will need to pay for development will be based on the meter size you will require for your development.

• FY 2025 CCWS, System Development and Meter Install Fee Schedule

CCWS Fee: A fee associated with obtaining a conditional commitment for water service (CCWS) to real property located in the District’s authorized service area that has not previously received water service or where a prior CCWS was cancelled.

System Development Charge (SDC): A one-time charge to finance growth related or capacity related water facilities.

Meter Installation Charge: A charge for District staff to install a water meter at the property.

Division of Water Resources (DWR) Transfer Charge: A one-time administrative charge to cover District costs to prepare and file various documents relating to water rights.

The Virgin Valley Board of Directors approved a rate increase on November 21,2023 for the next three years.

• FY 2026 CCWS, System Development and Meter Install Fee Schedule
• FY 2027 CCWS, System Development and Meter Install Fee Schedule

Signing Up for Service and Getting the Meter Installed

When the developer is ready for a meter to be installed at the property the following information will need to be turned in to the office of the District.

• Water Service Application
• Payment of SDC and Installation Fees

At the point Meter SDC and Install Fees are paid, a monthly bill will be sent to the customer. Monthly water rates and charges are based on the meter size and charged in accordance with the District’s “Monthly Water Rates and Charges.”

Improvement Plan Check Fee:
1-2 Residential Lots $250.00
3 + Residential Lots & Commercial Projects $1,500.00

Amended Map Fee: Base fee of $375.00

Effective 2-1-2023 (All fees are subject to change)

Under Public Law 93-523, the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, and the regulations of the NAC445A, the water purveyor has the primary responsibility for preventing water from unapproved sources or any other substances, from entering the public potable water system.

In compliance with NAC445A it is the intent of this policy to adopt cross-connection control standards which establish the requirements for design, construction, installation, and maintenance of backflow prevention assemblies. It is the purpose of this policy to protect the potable water supply of the Virgin Valley Water District from the possibility of contaminants, pollutants, or water from an unapproved source from entering the Virgin Valley Water District’s water system. More specifically, this policy in intended to prevent delivered water that has passed beyond the District’s water system and into the consumer water system from re-entering the District’s system.

The intent of the policy is to protect the Virgin Valley Water District’s water system and its consumer from backflow, and back siphonange and/or cross-connections caused by customers whose water use may harm the quality and safety of the District’s potable water supply.

VVWD requires backflow testing by a certified backflow prevention assembly tester at the Developer’s expense to protect the potable water supply and to comply with Public Law 93-523 under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974. Complete information is available in VVWD’S Cross Connection and Backflow Control Program Implementation Plan.

For your reference, below are some backflow testers certified to work with the Virgin Valley Water District.

A-1 Plumbing
Jerrod Ellet
702-346-3700

Certified Fire & Security
Steven Azevedo
435-674-5700

D.R. Backflow Services
Daniel Rodriguez
702-228-7700

Kokopelli Landscaping
Quinn Ellis
702-346-2332

The Lindi Corp
Bobby Simmons
702-346-5850

V-Tech Fire and Line Safety
Arthur Villezcas
702-205-4230

Whitney’s Water Systems, Inc.
Lawrence Whitney
702-398-3671