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JACKSONTOWN WATER EXTENSION PH1

The project is completed and ready for connections. Connection to the new system is voluntary. See owner’s responsibility below when connecting to public water system.


HANOVER-MARNE WATER LINE PROJECT 2025-26

Phase 1 (see map below) construction is nearing completion. We estimate a final project completion date of December 31, 2026. Some yard and road final restorations will take place in the Spring of 2027. You will be notified when the new line is ready to be connected to for your area. Connection to the new water system is voluntary.

What are the owner’s responsibilities when connecting to a Public Water System?

Licking County Health Department plumbing code will be adhered to when modifying plumbing and connecting to the water system. Your Contractor will obtain the necessary permits from the Health Department. Additional information can be found at https://lickingcohealth.org/environmental-health/#plumbing

  1. Hire a Registered Plumbing Contractor. The contractor list is available at the Licking County Health Department or online at https://lickingcohealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/PLUMBING-07-08-2026.pdf. Contractor will also need to be registered with Licking County Water Department. Once a contractor is chosen they will:
    • Obtain the Health Department permits:
      1. A plumbing permit is required for all connections. The permit cost is $75.00 for Residential and $220 for Commercial
      2. If you intend to abandon your water well a permit to seal your well is required. The permit cost is $50.00 and must be sealed by a Licensed Well Contractor. Water well must be sealed at the time of connection.
      3. If you intend to keep your water well, a permit to alter your well is required. The permit cost is $150.00 and a testable backflow prevention device is required and tested annually.
    • Disconnect and separate the well from interior plumbing.
    • Install the county provided meter pit.
    • Install water line from meter pit to dwelling.
    • Install a hot water expansion tank, a pressure regulator, and reconnect plumbing to new water line.
  2. Owner or Contractor will complete a Water Tap Permit with Licking County Water and Wastewater Billing Office, 4455 Walnut Road, Unit A, Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008.
    • Licking County is offering a reduced residential connection fee of $3,414.50 for a ¾” tap and $3,914.50 for a 1” tap to those connected by June 30, 2027. For commercial taps larger than a 1” please contact us for details.
    • Complete Tap Permit and pay the connection fee. You also have the option to have it assessed to your taxes over a 5-year period. If you choose to assess the fee the Auditor will charge a 3% fee.
    • Provide all Health Department permits to the Water and Wastewater Office when obtaining a tap permit.
  3. Once all permits are in place your contractor can schedule the installation and inspection. Once inspected your water service will be water turned on and the monthly water bill will begin.

If you are keeping your well as an Auxiliary Water Supply, you must:

  • Physically separate well from the Public Water System.
  • Install a Testable Reduced Pressure Backflow Device (i.e. Zurn/Wilkins 375 device or similar) and have tested/certified annually.
  • Install a hot water expansion tank and pressure regulator to reduce the pressure entering your home/business.
  • Enter into an agreement with Licking County Water certifying a permanent well disconnection.

If you are NOT keeping your well in service, you must:

  • Abandoned and seal well by a company registered with the Ohio Department of Health. Well must be sealed at the time of connection to the Public System. A list of companies is available on their website at www.odh.ohio.gov. Your plumbing contractor should be able to help with this.
  • Install a hot water expansion tank and pressure regulator to reduce the water pressure entering your home/business.

Current Licking Valley Water Rates can be found here;
https://lickingcounty.gov/depts/wastewater/customer/rates/licking_valley.htm

Current Harbor Hills/Jacksontown Water Rates can be found here;
https://lickingcounty.gov/depts/wastewater/customer/rates/harbor_hills.htm

There are a couple resources to assist with connection fees if you qualify

* If you are a Veteran or a surviving spouse and financial assistance is needed please contact April Foster at the Veteran’s Service Commission at740-670-5430 for more information regarding qualifying for assistance.

* LICKING COUNTY HOME REPAIR AND REHABILITATION PROGRAM

 Licking County’s Community Housing Impact and Preservation (CHIP) Program provides financial assistance to eligible homeowners for essential home rehabilitation and repairs.

• Up to $85,000 available for full Home Rehabilitation Projects
• Up to $30,000 available for Owner Home Repair Projects- INCLUDING TAP FEES

✅ AM I ELIGIBLE?
You may qualify if you:

• Live in Licking County, outside of Newark city limits
• Own your home, and it is your primary residence
• Meet income guidelines
• Carry homeowner’s insurance
• Are current on your mortgage and property taxes

📞 INTERESTED IN APPLYING? 
Contact: 
Adrienne Eskins
Licking County Community Development Specialist
📞 740-670-5210
📧 [email protected]
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