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Protecting New Yorkers from the damaging effects of stormwater flooding in the immediate term requires action from both City government and New Yorkers. Rainfall Ready NYC outlines the shared responsibilities New Yorkers and City government can do to combat intense storms, together, today.
- The New York State Low Income Household Water Assistance Program is offering eligible homeowners a one-time payment of up to $5,000 to resolve overdue water bills.
1 billion gallons
of high quality tap water delivered to more than 9.8 million New Yorkers each day
1 billion dollars
committed to administering watershed protection and pollution prevention programs to maintain the high quality of our drinking water at the source
Unified Stormwater Rule
The proposed Unified Stormwater Rule amendments are available for public review and comment.
This rule includes amendments to Chapter 31 and Chapter 19 of the Admin Code, changing requirements for how stormwater is managed on all new and redevelopment sites that discharge to City sewers.
Pay My Bills
Pay your water and wastewater bills online quickly and securely. My DEP Account is the centralized portal for all DEP customer online activities. You can also make a one-time payment for your bills.
Report a Noise, Water, or Air Issue
You can submit complaints about issues like construction noise, discolored water, smog, running hydrants and clogged catch basins to 311 for immmediate response. If this is an emergency, please call 911.
For water and wastewater billing, account information, or services including service inspections, repairs, and repayment options, please contact customer service for assistance.
Reservoir Levels
Forecasting reservoir levels in the system is one of the most important and most difficult tasks DEP faces in the operation of the water supply.
Billy Never Idles
Hey NYC! Yeah, you! When you’re not driving, turn your car off.
COVID-19 Wastewater Testing
Since 2020, DEP has been implementing monitoring techniques to look for SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater.
Bids & Proposals
Learn how DEP awards $1 billion in contracts for construction and engineering services annually.
Trash It. Don't Flush It.
Fatbergs form when grease, wipes and other stuff get flushed, clogging pipes and draining wallets.
Resource Recovery
At DEP, we treat “waste” as a resource. Learn how wastewater can turn into renewable energy.
One Water NYC
A water management approach where all water has value & should be maximized in the water system.
Beware of Utility Scams
All DEP field employees travel in a marked vehicle, wear uniforms and carry ID cards.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines are available to all New Yorkers 6 months and older.
Voting.NYC
Everything New Yorkers need to vote.
NYC Open Data
Access more than 1,400 NYC data sets for free, at any time via the NYC Open Data portal.
GetCoveredNYC
Free health insurance enrollment assistance for the plan of your choice.