Rulemaking initiated to update fees for public drinking water systems and revise invoice delivery and payment methods.
Status of Rulemaking
Negotiated rulemaking meeting May 8, 2026. Rule Draft No. 2 comment deadline May 15, 2026.
Overview
DEQ initiated this rulemaking to revise the fee schedule for public drinking water systems found in Section 007 of IDAPA 58.01.08, Idaho Rules for Public Drinking Water Systems. The purpose of the assessed fee is to ensure public health protection through services rendered by DEQ in implementing the Safe Drinking Water Act. The fee schedule was implemented in 1993 and has remained unchanged since that date. The fee revision is being proposed to align drinking water fees with current and anticipated program operating costs, allowing DEQ to maintain appropriate regulatory oversight of the drinking water program and ensure public health protection.
Meeting Details
Method for Participating and Submitting Comments
Those interested in participating in the negotiated rulemaking process are encouraged to attend the scheduled meeting.
For those who cannot participate by attending the meeting, public comment opportunities will be made available throughout the rulemaking process.
Submit all written comments and direct questions to:
Tyler Fortunati
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
1410 N. Hilton St.
Boise, ID 83706
Tyler.Fortunati@deq.idaho.gov
Proposed Rule
Information pending.
Negotiated Rule Documents and Meeting Presentations
| Negotiated Rule Documents and Meeting Presentations | Date of Meeting | Written Comment Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Negotiated Rule Draft No. 2 | 05/08/2026 | 05/15/2026 |
| Draft Rule Language Option – Flat Rate for All Tiers | ||
| Draft Rule Language Option – % Increase for All Tiers | ||
| AI Generated Data Visualization Tools | ||
| List of PWSs with Population and SCC | ||
| Meeting 1 Presentation | 04/09/2026 | |
| Negotiated Rule Draft No. 1 | 04/09/2026 | 04/16/2026 |
Public Comment
| Comment | Submitted by | Date Received |
|---|---|---|
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Dover | 04/17/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Coeur d’Alene | 04/17/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Amador Water, California | 04/17/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Idaho Rural Water Association | 04/17/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Country Court Community | 04/17/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Mudlake & Terreton S&W | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Orofino | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Kamiah | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | N Kootenai W&S | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Blanchard COOP Water Assoc | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Salmon | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Meridian | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | South River Water Association | 04/15/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Eagle | 04/16/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Huckleberry Bay W&S District | 04/15/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Burley | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Indian Village Water Users Assoc. | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Veolia | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Kuna | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Craigmont | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Fenn Community Water & Sewer | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Idaho Rural Water Association | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Chubbuck | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Xylem | 04/14/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Greenleaf | 04/13/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | City of Blackfoot | 04/07/2026 |
| Negotiated Rule Draft 1 | Clear Creek Station & RV | 04/06/2026 |
Legislative Rule Review
Information pending.
Meeting of the Idaho Board of Environmental Quality
Information pending.
Rulemaking Documents Required by Idaho Administrative Procedures Act
Additional Information
Information pending.
Reference Documents
Information pending.