Bournemouth Water allows Developers to self lay water mains and services
As an alternative to having new mains and service connections installed by us, developers can arrange for the work to be carried out by qualified contractors.
A National Code of Practice is now available. This Code of Practice is for when a Developer appoints an independent Self-Lay Provider (known as a SLP) to undertake the contestable work of designing and/or installing water mains and services on a new development site. It details the delivery processes, requirements for the work and specifies the role of SLPs and Water Companies. Additionally you can find guidance from Ofwat on
Self Lay here.
The work must be carried out by a company that is accredited with the
Water Industry Registration Scheme (WIRS) which is administered by Lloyds Register.
As an alternative to having new mains and service connections installed by a Self Lay Organisation, developers can arrange for the
work to be carried out by us.
Self-Lay Mains and Services Policy
Flowchart and charges
See here for information on our
Self Lay Charges.
Please view our
Flowchart - Self Lay of water mains and services
Design Principles
To assist with the installation of water mains and services, Water UK and the Homebuilders Federation (HBF) have agreed best practice principles for the design of on-site water mains constructed specifically for the purpose of new water connections to new build premises. Please click here for more information and search for ‘Water mains – best practice design principles’.
Self Lay Application and Guidance Notes
You can apply for a self lay provision using our Self Lay Application Form. Please see our guidance notes to assist with completing this form.
Please complete all sections and provide the information requested so that your application can be processed as quickly and accurately as possible.