Hydrant Use with a Meter Box

• The City will set up a hydrant meter box which includes a water meter and backflow preventor at any hydrant in the City for temporary water supply during construction work or special events.
• Cost of permit - please see Utility Bylaw 3606/2018 Schedule B-F Effective January 1, 2025 (pdf)

Water Use at a City Bulk Water Station

• The City is moving to Bulk Water Stations (currently located at 3010 55 St, 8168 Edgar Industrial Cl and 5408 54 Av Water Treatment Plant) Bulk Water Locations Map (pdf)
• Cost - please see Utility Bylaw 3606/2018 Schedule B-F Effective January 1, 2025 (pdf)

Drinking Water Fountain Use

• The City has a moveable drinking fountains in the City that can be set up at any hydrant or outside hose bib
• Cost - Free

Water Main Flushing

• The City requires all development and construction projects involving water infrastructure to obtain this permit.
• Flushing and discharging plans will be required with your application and Contractor must follow the Contract Specifications latest edition.
• Cost - Free

Hydrant Maintenance (Private Hydrant)

• The City has some private hydrants around the City.  Private hydrants are located within properties where it is not feasible for a public hydrant. These hydrants are maintained by private companies to ensure they are ready for use.
• Cost - Free

All Public and Private hydrant use must be authorized by The City. To apply for a hydrant use permit please fill out the application:

Hydrant Use Permit Application (pdf)

Please email applications to water@reddeer.ca. Applications take 2 to 7 business days to process. Once the application has been received, we will contact you with any additional questions.

For more information contact the Utilities - Water Distribution section at 403-342-8750.