Coimbatore Corporation to collect UGD deposits in 10 instalments
The Coimbatore Corporation has introduced a 10-instalment payment plan for underground drainage (UGD) connection charges to reduce the financial burden on residents. This policy change aims to increase compliance and ensure more households connect to the city's sewage network to protect local waterbodies.
Why it matters
The initiative balances infrastructure development with economic accessibility, serving as a model for municipal utility management.
The Coimbatore Corporation has decided to allow property owners to pay the one-time deposit and connection charges for underground drainage (UGD) connections in up to 10 instalments, with the amount to be collected along with property tax.
The Corporation Council recently approved amendments to the Underground Drainage (UGD) Connection By-laws to facilitate the revised collection mechanism.
Currently, property owners applying for UGD connections are required to submit an application, following which the Corporation scrutinises it and issues a demand notice for payment of the one-time deposit and connection charges. The UGD connection is provided only after the applicant pays the entire amount.
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