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SEWER RATES
The City of Vista and Buena Sanitation use fees to pay for the operations and maintenance of the sewer systems within the City, areas of unincorporated portion of San Diego County, and areas within City of San Marcos.
- Vista Rate Sheet - July 2026 through July 2028
- Buena Sanitation District Rate Sheet - July 2026 through July 2028
- City of Vista Wastewater Study
- Buena Sanitation District Wastewater Study
- Sewer Rate Overview - July 2026 through July 2028
CHANGES TO BILLING
Beginning in July 2026, the City and District will no longer issue direct bills for sewer services. Instead, the service charges will be collected on your property tax bill. Commercial and industrial customers will receive mailed statements of their annual sewer charges in July. Businesses may be eligible for an adjustment by meeting appeals criteria. The appeal must include pertinent, documented, and quantifiable information, with a detailed description of the appeal. Appeals without supporting documentation will not be considered. The sewer appeal form is online, Appeal of Sewer Charges, and must be received by November 10, 2026.
- Sewer Billing FAQs
- Tarifas por Servicio de Alcantarillado - Preguntas Frecuentes
- City of Vista and Buena Sanitation District Boundaries
LIFELINE SEWER REBATE PROGRAM
The City of Vista offers a rebate program to assist low-income residents with sewer service charges. Rebates are a maximum of 30% of sewer service charges paid for the previous billing period.
- Rebate applications for the July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026 billing period will be available online beginning June 1 and must be submitted by July 30, along with all required income and residency documentation.
- Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must currently live within the Vista city limits and provide proof of residency.
- Residents with a Vista mailing address who live in unincorporated (county) areas are not eligible
- Household income must meet the current U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Low-Income Limits for San Diego County (Income limits are updated annually)
- Required Documents include:
- Tenant Statement Form is required if sewer charges are paid to your manager or landlord. This completed form must be included with your Sewer Rebate Application.
- Proof of Vista Residency - Valid CA State Driver's License or State ID card.
- Proof of 2025 Annual Income for all adults in household - 1040 tax return(s) if required to file or Income Documents if not required to file taxes. Based on the occupancy of your household, your income may not be more than the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Low-Income Limits for San Diego County, before deductions and including all taxable and non-taxable income. Non-taxable pension benefits, including Social Security, must be indicated on your tax return. If it is not, you must provide copies of your year-end statement (form SSA-1099 or 1099-R).
- Listed below are possible sources of household income to include:
- Apply online here: 25/26 Sewer Rebate Application
Contact Us
760.639.6139
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