What is ‘self-lay’?
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What is ‘self-lay’?

If new mains are needed, developers can choose whether to requisition the water company to do this work, or whether to install the mains themselves or through a self-lay organisation (SLO).

As the appointed water company, we have a duty to safeguard the quality of the public water supply. Maintaining the integrity and quality of the network remains our responsibility. We therefore require recognised proof of competence before a developer or SLO is allowed to lay water mains or services. When the work has been completed to our satisfaction, ownership of the water mains and services transfers to us.

Self-Lay Mains and Service Policy