Billing

Our billing process was set by the State Legislature. For those of you who pay property taxes separate from your mortgage, it works exactly the same as tax assessments. Each November, the assessments are mailed out to the property owner . This is the only assessment notice that you will receive. The assessment includes two separate coupons, the first half coupon on the right side of the billing, due on or before December 20 of the current year and second half being due on or before June 20 of the following year. If you elect, you may pay your entire assessment at the December 20 deadline. The base water you are paying for is for the upcoming year, and the excess portion of your assessment is for water usage overages from the previous year.

Liens are placed on unpaid accounts per Idaho code in the month of July, these liens will show as unpaid amounts when title searches or research is done on individual property checks. These liens are not turned over to collection agencies for collection at this time. Terminations begin 90 days after the due date shown on each payment coupon.

How To Pay

Payments can be made in person at the office, or paid through the mail. Checks, cash or money orders are accepted. You can also pay with a credit or debit card. Please do not leave your payment in the paper box or in the door, use our drop box near the fire hydrant in the office parking lot.

Mail Payment To

P.O. Box 81

Hayden, ID 83835-0081

Pay Via Phone

Call in and pay via Credit or Debit Card
There is no additional fee.

Monday - Thursday: 8am - 4pm

Hookup Fees

Each unit, whether single or part of a duplex, triplex, or other multi-unit, or whether residential, commercial, or industrial, shall have its own tap and connection. The following are the current connection fees for the Avondale Irrigation District.

Size	Connection Fee	Meter Cost
5/8" x 3/4"	$4,285	$300
1"	$4,643	$400
1 1/2"	$5,479	$800
2"	$6,196	$1000
4"	$7,867	TBD
6"	$10,256	TBD
8"	$12,645	TBD

Costs to up-size your meter will be the difference of cost from the original connection fee to the new connection fee, and a $100.00 per hour charge for labor, which may be waived by the district. For meters that need to be set by the district, material costs will be collected at the time the hookup is paid.

If you need us to sign off on your building permit and you will be needing a new connection, then you will be expected to pay when we sign off.

Fire Line Connection Fee

A $250 annual standby fire service fee will be prorated and collected at the time the hookup is paid.

Size	Connection Fee
3" & smaller	$1,200
4"	$2,400
6"	$4,800
8"	$7,200
10"	$9,600
12"	$12,000

Fire Hydrant Connection

There is no charge for a fire hydrant hookup provided the District has no material or contractor labor expense. The hydrant, valve, line and all appurtenances must be deeded to the District along with proof of the cost of material.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did my check get returned?

Payments received that are postmarked after the due date will be returned for penalty and interest charges. There is a 2% penalty on unpaid half payments immediately and 1% interest monthly. If you are unsure of how much to include for these late fees, please contact our office for the correct amount. We will only accept payments after our due date if they are postmarked on or before the due date.
Why can't I pay monthly?

We do not accept partial payments as set by the Idaho State Legislature. You do have the option, however, to pay the entire assessment in full by December 20th or the first half by December 20th and the second half by June 20th. Assessments with the oldest balance will get credited first along with penalty and interest.
How can I pay my bill?

Payments can be made over the phone with a debit or credit card at no additional charge, via check in the mail or in person in our office with cash, check or debit/credit card. You can also set us up through your online bill pay so your bank automatically sends us a check by the due date (just be sure to go in and adjust the amounts when you receive your assessments each year). Please mail payments to: PO Box 81, Hayden, ID 83835. We do not receive mail at our physical location and therefore it will be returned to you. At this time we do NOT offer an option to pay online through our website.
What do I do if I’m buying or selling a home in Avondale Irrigation District?

Contact your closing agent prior to your closing to assure they have reached out to us. Once contacted by the title company, we inform them of what was paid or what is owing, and the dates covered. The title company will do the proration on their end and issue any credits or collect anything past due. Typically, 7-10 days after a closing, we receive a copy of the warranty deed and will make the changes to account owners then. Shortly after this, new buyers will receive a packet in the mail explaining how we bill.

Important Dates To Remember

Dates	Activity
End of October	Annual assessments mailed out
December 20th	1st half payment due date
May 15th	2nd half payment reminders mailed out
June 20th	2nd half payment due date
July 1st	Annual backflow tests due
August 15th	Lien letters mailed out to unpaid accounts
October 1st	Liens placed on unpaid accounts

October thru March	Winter usage months
April thru September	Summer usage months