Pay Sewer and Wastewater Fees Online - Long Beach

Utilities and Infrastructure California 3 Minutes Read · published February 08, 2026 Flag of California

Long Beach, California residents and businesses can pay sewer and wastewater treatment fees online through the city or utility billing portals. This guide explains which department enforces billing, how to make online payments, what enforcement actions may apply for nonpayment, and where to find official forms and contacts. Use the official payment portal to view balances, set up e-billing, or schedule one-time payments. If you dispute a charge or need a payment plan, contact the city office listed below for instructions and required documentation.

How to pay online

Follow these steps to pay your sewer or wastewater treatment fee online. If you are an account holder, sign in to the utility billing portal to see charges and payment options. Non-account holders may be able to pay by account number or service address.

  • Use the Long Beach Water or utility billing payment portal to make credit/debit or ACH payments; keep a copy of your confirmation.
  • Create or locate your account number on a recent bill to link payments to the correct service address.
  • Contact customer service if charges look incorrect before making a payment to avoid processing disputes while unpaid.
Paying online is the fastest way to avoid late charges and service actions.

To start an online payment, use the city or water-department portal. Account management pages list payment history, billing cycles and authorized payment methods. For Long Beach Water Department online payments use the official payment page linked below. Long Beach Water payment portal[1]

Penalties & Enforcement

The City enforces collection of sewer and wastewater treatment fees through its utility billing and collections process. Specific fine amounts or daily penalties for late sewer payments are not specified on the cited city pages; see the municipal code and billing pages for current procedures and account remedies.

  • Monetary fines or late fees: not specified on the cited page. Long Beach municipal code and fee listings[2]
  • Escalation: first, repeat, or continuing offences and escalated charges are not specified on the cited page.
  • Non-monetary sanctions commonly used by municipalities include service disconnection, liens on property, and referral to collections or court; the cited billing pages describe collections and possible service actions but do not list specific penalty amounts.
  • Enforcer: Long Beach Water Department / City Finance Collections oversees billing, inspections, and collections; use the department contact pages to file complaints or request inspection.
  • Appeals and review: formal appeal procedures and time limits are not specified on the cited payment pages; contact the billing office for appeal steps and any deadlines.
If you receive a notice of imminent action, contact billing immediately to request an account hold or payment arrangement.

Applications & Forms

No separate paper form is required to pay a standard sewer or wastewater treatment bill online; payments are processed via the utility billing portal. If you need a payment plan, hardship application, or dispute form, contact the billing office for the specific form name and submission method—forms are available from the water or finance pages linked below.

Action steps

  • Gather your account number and most recent bill before logging into the payment portal.
  • Make a one-time payment or set up recurring e-billing and autopay to avoid missed payments.
  • If you cannot pay, call the billing office immediately to ask about payment plans or hardship options.

FAQ

How do I pay my sewer or wastewater treatment fee online?
Log into the Long Beach utility billing portal, enter your account number, and follow the payment instructions; see the official payment portal for supported methods and fees. Payment portal[1]
What happens if I miss a payment?
The city may assess late fees, pursue collections, or place a lien or service hold; specific penalty amounts are not specified on the cited municipal pages—contact billing for details. Municipal code[2]

How-To

  1. Go to the Long Beach Water or utility billing payment portal and choose "Pay My Bill."
  2. Enter your account number and confirm the billing address.
  3. Select a payment method (ACH, debit, or credit) and enter payment details.
  4. Save or print the confirmation receipt for your records.
  5. If disputing a charge, contact billing before payment and follow the dispute instructions on the department page.

Key Takeaways

  • Pay online via the official portal to avoid delays and get instant confirmation.
  • Contact Long Beach Water or Finance Collections for disputes, payment plans, or appeals.

Help and Support / Resources

  1. [1] Long Beach Water payment portal
  2. [2] Long Beach Municipal Code - Code of Ordinances

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