Guidelines, Codes & Policies

Water & Sewer Design & Construction Standards

View important information and helpful links to guidelines and technical requirements for water and sanitary sewer infrastructure construction projects in Spotsylvania County, Virginia.

2018 DSM by Chapter

Learn about the Water & Sewer Design & Construction Standards (DSM) by downloading and reading the chapters.

Policy Updates

Chapter 22 - Water, Sewers & Sewage Disposal

Learn about the water and sewage disposal codes and ordinances.

Cross-Connection & Backflow Prevention

View information about cross-connection and backflow prevention requirements.

Water Meter Set Requirements

View the general standards and requirements for water meter sets.

Sanitary Sewer Lateral Inspections

View the general requirements for connecting to the public sanitary sewer system.

Water / Sewer Master Plan

Download important documents to learn more about the Water and Sewer Master Plan.

Private Development

The development community will find policies, procedures, and guidelines for water and sanitary sewer infrastructure here. This information is updated as it is approved or adopted.