The Senior Water Discount Program entitles eligible seniors to a discounted rate on the first 7,000 gallons of water used during a two-month billing period.

Eligibility Requirements:

To qualify, you must:

  • Be approved for the Lake County Assessor’s Senior Homestead Exemption on your property tax bill
  • Be 65 years of age or older
  • Own a residential unit
  • Occupy the residential unit as your principal place of residence
  • Have a separate water meter (not billed to HOA)
The Village receives a list of properties receiving the Senior Homestead Exemption from Lake County and maintains a record of separately billed meters in our utility billing system. If our records show you meet all eligibility requirements, you will be automatically enrolled in the Senior Water Discount Program. There is no application or further action needed by you.
Senior Water Discount Program FAQs
If you qualify, you will receive the first 7,000 gallons on your bi-monthly water bill at a discounted rate. The current water rate is $6.16 per 7,000 gallons. The discounted rate is $2.09 per 7,000 gallons, which is a discount of approximately 65% per 7,000 gallons.
You will need to apply for the Senior Homestead Exemption on your property taxes after you turn 65. Your Senior Water Discount will go into effect only after you have been approved for the Senior Homestead Exemption and meet the other eligibility requirements listed above.
If you have recently applied for the Senior Homestead Exemption, please contact the Village with a copy of your approval notice. The Village will apply the discount on the 1st bill after we receive notice from the Lake County Assessor or from the resident.