Utah Foundation releases Drop by Drop: Water Costs and Conservation in Utah. In this second installment of Utah Foundation’s new Paying for Water Series, the property tax versus water rate debate is examined from the standpoint of conservation.
Specifically, the report outlines how water pricing can encourage conservation. It details the current effects of water rates and property taxes on water use. It then explores conservation in terms of fixed fees and variable rates. Lastly, the report examines incentives for water providers to encourage conservation.
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