§25–402.

    (a)    In addition to any other charges authorized under this division, the Commission may impose a system development charge that shall be paid by an applicant for new service.

    (b)    The system development charge shall be paid as follows:

        (1)    for residential properties:

            (i)    50% at the time the plumbing permit application is filed; and

            (ii)    50% within 12 months after the earlier of the date on which a plumbing permit application is filed or on transfer of title to the property; and

        (2)    for other properties, 100% at the time the plumbing permit application is filed.

    (c)    When the applicant files the plumbing permit application, the applicant shall deposit with the Commission security:

        (1)    in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit;

        (2)    in the form of a financial guaranty bond; or

        (3)    in a form the Commission establishes and approves under its regulations.