Hallsville Liability for Water Used and Services Rendered ordinance (§ 705.340)
Chapter 705: Water Regulations · Article I. Rules and Regulations for Water Use
In short: Whoever occupies and uses a property receiving city water is liable for paying the water bill. The city can sue the occupant to collect unpaid charges, plus a reasonable attorney's fee set by the court.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
The occupant and user of premises receiving water service shall be severally liable to pay for such water service rendered on said premises. The City shall have the power to sue the occupant of such real estate in a civil action to recover any sums due for such services plus a reasonable attorney's fee to be fixed by the Court.
Official source: City of Hallsville official Code of Ordinances (online), § 705.340
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.