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Shared Well Water Agreement

This Agreement, made and entered into this ____day of __________ by and between

_____________________________, who resides at _____________________________

_____________________________ (street address, city, county, state, zip code), hereinafter

referred to as the "supplying party," and _____________________________, who resides at

__________________________________________________________ (street address, city,

county, state, zip code), hereafter referred to as the "supplied party:”

WHEREAS, the supplying party is the owner of property located at

__________________________________________________________ (street address, city,

county, state, zip code), which property is hereafter referred to as “Parcel 1” and is more fully described as follows:

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

(Put Legal Description of Property Here)

WHEREAS, the supplied party is the owner of property located at

__________________________________________________________ (street address, city,

county, state, zip code), which property is hereafter referred to as “Parcel 2” and is more fully described as follows:

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

(Put Legal Description of Property Here)

WHEREAS, the undersigned parties deem it necessary to provide a well system to service the parcels described herein, and an Agreement has been reached relative to supplying water from the well and sharing the cost of supplying said water; and

WHEREAS, there is located a well upon the above described property of supplying party; together with water distribution facilities, hereinafter referred to as "water distribution system", for the purpose of supplying water to all properties connected to the said water distribution system; and

WHEREAS, it is the intention and purpose of the undersigned parties that the well and water distribution system shall be used and operated to provide an adequate supply of water for each of the properties connected thereto, for the domestic consumption of the occupants of said properties, and to assure the continuous and satisfactory operation and maintenance of the well and water

distribution system for the benefit of the present and future owners, their heirs, successors and assigns of the properties connected thereto; and

WHEREAS, the said well is deemed by the parties hereto to be of adequate capacity to supply a single family dwelling on each of the parcels described herein with water from the well for all domestic uses of a single family residing therein; and

WHEREAS, the water from the well has undergone a water quality analysis from the State of

___________ health authority and has been determined by the authority to supply safe for human

consumption; and

WHEREAS, the parties hereto desire to enter this Agreement for the purpose of reducing to writing their respective rights and obligations pertaining to said well and water distribution system.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and covenants herein contained, it is agreed that the well and water distribution system situated on Parcel 1 shall be used by the parties to this Agreement, as well as by all future owners and occupants of said Parcels 1 and 2, upon the following terms and conditions:

1.That until this Agreement is terminated, as hereinafter provided, the parties hereto (and their heirs, successors and assigns, for the exclusive benefit of the respective parcels of said real estate, and for the exclusive use of the households residing thereon), are hereby granted the right in common with the other parties to this Agreement, to draw water from the well located on Parcel 1 for domestic use excluding the right to draw water to fill swimming pools of any type.

2.That the owners or residents of the dwellings located on Parcels 2, as of the date of this Agreement shall:

a.Pay or cause to be paid to the supplying party, an annual fee for this use of the well and water distribution system in the amount of $_____________ on or before the 15th of January each year, with the exception of this year whereby the amount shall be $____________ and paid on the execution of this Agreement.

b.Pay or cause to be paid promptly, a proportionate share of all expenses for the operation and maintenance of the well and water distribution system that may become necessary. Each respective share shall be determined by dividing the amount of each expense by two, it being understood that the supplying party and the supplied party shall pay an amount equal to one half of the total of such necessary repair or replacement. Shared expenses include the cost of electricity for pumping, repairs and maintenance on said well and water distribution system.

3.That the cost of any removal or replacement of pre-existing site improvements on an individual

parcel necessary for system operation, maintenance, replacement, improvements, inspection or testing, damaged as a result of repair of the well or water distribution system maintenance will be borne by the owner of the affected parcel, except that costs to remove and replace common boundary fencing or walls damaged as a result of repair shall be shared equally between or among parties so damaged.

4.That each of the parties hereby agrees that they will promptly repair, maintain and replace all water pipes or mains serving their respective dwellings.

5.That the consent of all parties to pay a proportionate share of costs shall be obtained prior to embarking upon expenditures for system maintenance, replacement or improvement, except in emergency situations.

6.That the supplied party shall pay to the supplying party his proportionate share for the cost of energy for the operation of the pumping equipment. This cost shall be determined by a separate meter upon each dwelling and for each parcel.

7.That it is the agreement of the parties hereto that the payment for energy cost shall be made not later than the _________day of each succeeding month during the term of this Agreement. In the event that any such payment remains unpaid for a period of ____days, the supplying party may terminate the supply of water to the supplied party until all arrearages in payment are received by the supplying party.

8.That each of the parties to this Agreement does hereby grant to the other, his heirs, successors and assigns, such easements over, across and through the respective parcels as shall be reasonably necessary for the construction of the well, maintenance of water pipes, pumping equipment, mains, electrical wiring and conduit consistent with the purposes of this Agreement. These easements are described below, to wit:

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

(Describe easements, if any)

10.That no party may install landscaping or improvements that will impair the use of said easements.

11.That each party shall have the right to act to correct an emergency situation and shall have access to the pertinent parcel in the absence of the other. An emergency situation shall be defined as

the failure of any shared portion of the system to deliver water upon demand.

12.That only those parcels of real estate hereinabove described and the dwellings located thereon shall be permitted to receive water from said well and pumping equipment; and each of the parties hereto does hereby covenant and agree that he/she will not allow or permit other persons, other than household guests, to take, draw, use or receive water from the well, nor permit other persons to connect to the pipes or mains serving his/her respective parcel.

13.That in the event the referenced well shall become contaminated and shall no longer supply

water suitable for domestic consumption, or shall no longer supply water adequate for the needs of all relevant parties, or in the event that another source of water shall become available to the respective parcels, then the rights and obligations of the parties created by this Agreement shall cease and terminate in accordance with the terms and conditions hereinafter described.

14.That upon the availability of such other source of water, it is contemplated that a reasonable time shall be allowed to effectuate the necessary connections to the new source.

15.That the respective rights and obligations of the parties shall continue until the parties who wish to terminate their participation in the Well Agreement have executed and filed a written statement of termination at the _____________________________ (office where deeds in your state are recorded) of the County of ____________ and the state of ____________________. Upon termination of participation in this Agreement, the owner and occupant of each residence which is terminated from the Agreement shall have no further right to the use of the well. The terminated parties shall disconnect their respective lateral connection from said well system and shall have no further obligation to pay or collect for maintenance and related expenses incurred thereafter. The costs of disconnection from the well and water system shall be borne by the owner of the pertinent parcel.

19.That the term of this Agreement shall be perpetual, except as herein limited.

20.That the benefits and burdens of this Agreement shall constitute a covenant running with the parcels of land herein described and shall be binding upon the heirs, successors in title and assigns of the parties hereto.

21. Any dispute under this Agreement shall be required to be resolved by binding arbitration

of

the parties hereto. If the parties cannot agree on an arbitrator, each party shall select one

 

arbitrator and both arbitrators shall then select a third. The third arbitrator so selected shall

 

arbitrate said dispute. The arbitration shall be governed by the rules of the American

 

Arbitration Association then in force and effect.

 

Witness our signatures this the ____ day of __________, 20____.

 

__________________________________________________

(Acknowledgment before a notary public, the form of which will vary by state)

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Instructions on Utilizing Shared Well Agreement

Filling out the Shared Well Agreement form is an important step in establishing a clear understanding between parties regarding the use and maintenance of a shared well system. This document outlines the rights and responsibilities of each party involved. To ensure that the form is completed correctly, follow the steps outlined below.

  1. Begin by entering the date at the top of the form where it says "this ____ day of __________."
  2. Fill in the names of the parties involved. The first party is referred to as the "supplying party." Include their full name and address in the designated spaces.
  3. Next, identify the second party, known as the "supplied party," by providing their full name and address.
  4. Describe the property owned by the supplying party, known as "Parcel 1." Include the complete street address and a legal description of the property.
  5. Do the same for the supplied party’s property, referred to as "Parcel 2." Fill in the street address and legal description.
  6. In the section that discusses the well system, confirm that the supplying party owns the well and that it is capable of supplying adequate water for both parcels.
  7. Fill in the annual fee for the use of the well and water distribution system, noting the amount due each January 15th. Specify the initial payment amount due at the signing of the agreement.
  8. Indicate the shared expenses for maintenance and operation, ensuring both parties understand their responsibilities.
  9. Address the costs associated with any site improvements that may need to be removed or replaced due to maintenance of the well or water system.
  10. Include details about the consent needed for any expenditures related to system maintenance or improvements.
  11. Clarify how the costs for energy used by the pumping equipment will be calculated and paid.
  12. Specify the due date for energy cost payments and the consequences of late payments.
  13. Describe any easements that may be necessary for construction and maintenance of the well and water system.
  14. Ensure that both parties agree not to install landscaping or improvements that could obstruct these easements.
  15. Define what constitutes an emergency situation and the rights of each party to access the other’s property in such cases.
  16. Reiterate that only the designated parcels and their occupants are permitted to use the well water.
  17. Outline the conditions under which the agreement may be terminated, including contamination of the well or availability of a new water source.
  18. Specify the process for terminating participation in the agreement, including the need for a written statement filed with the appropriate county office.
  19. State that the agreement is perpetual unless otherwise limited and will bind future owners of the properties.
  20. Include a clause for resolving disputes through binding arbitration, detailing the process for selecting arbitrators.
  21. Finally, provide space for signatures and a notary acknowledgment at the bottom of the form.

Misconceptions

Here are some common misconceptions about the Shared Well Agreement form:

  • Misconception 1: The agreement is only necessary for new wells.

    • This is not true. Even existing wells that are shared between properties can benefit from a formal agreement. It clarifies responsibilities and rights for both parties, regardless of when the well was established.

  • Misconception 2: Only the supplying party is responsible for maintenance costs.

    • In reality, both parties share the costs of maintenance and operation. The agreement specifies that each party is responsible for half of the expenses, ensuring fairness in upkeep.

  • Misconception 3: The agreement can be ignored if one party decides to stop using the well.

    • This is misleading. The agreement remains in effect until a formal termination is filed. Ignoring it could lead to disputes over water usage and financial responsibilities.

  • Misconception 4: The agreement allows unlimited water use for both parties.

    • This is incorrect. The agreement restricts water use to domestic purposes only. For example, filling swimming pools is explicitly excluded to ensure adequate supply for household needs.

Documents used along the form

The Shared Well Agreement is an essential document for establishing the terms under which two or more parties share a well and its water distribution system. Several other forms and documents often accompany this agreement to clarify responsibilities and ensure smooth operation. Below are some commonly used documents related to the Shared Well Agreement.

  • Water Quality Test Results: This document provides proof that the water from the well has been tested and deemed safe for human consumption. It is essential for ensuring that all parties are aware of the water quality and any potential health risks.
  • ATV Bill of Sale: Essential for documenting the sale and transfer of an all-terrain vehicle, this form is vital for protecting the interests of both buyer and seller. For further details, please visit legalpdfdocs.com/.
  • Easement Agreement: This document outlines the rights of each party to access the well and the necessary easements for maintenance. It clarifies where parties can access the property and under what conditions.
  • Maintenance Agreement: This document details the responsibilities of each party regarding the upkeep of the well and water distribution system. It specifies who will handle repairs and how costs will be shared.
  • Termination Notice: This form is used when a party wishes to withdraw from the Shared Well Agreement. It must be filed with the appropriate local office and includes details about disconnection from the system.
  • Payment Schedule: This document outlines the payment terms for using the well, including the annual fee and any additional costs for maintenance. It ensures transparency regarding financial responsibilities.

These documents work together with the Shared Well Agreement to provide a comprehensive framework for managing shared water resources. Having clear agreements in place protects the interests of all parties involved and helps prevent disputes.