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1. What is CIP?

CIP stands for Capital Improvement Program. The City of Sugar Land’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) has been developed in order to further our commitment to the citizens of Sugar Land. This program works to meet today's infrastructure needs, as well as those of the future. From work on underground water and sewer lines to more visible projects, such as a minor league baseball stadium or major roadway projects, the 5-year CIP addresses the needs of the city through responsible city government and a comprehensive approach that ensures efficient use of public funds.

2. Where can I find updates on the current CIP projects in the city?

Please refer to the capital improvements projects page to learn more about CIP projects in the city.

3. How can I request a CIP? Is there a form to complete?

Yes, you can find the CIP request form in the capital improvement projects page. Click on the "CIP Request Form" link. Enter the information in the designated fields and hit submit. This request will go directly to the Engineering Department email.

4. What is CRS Community?

CRS is the abbreviation for Community Rating System. The National Flood Insurance Program's (NFIP) Community Rating System (CRS) is a voluntary incentive program that recognizes and encourages community floodplain management activities that exceed the minimum NFIP requirements. As a result, flood insurance premium rates are discounted to reflect the reduced flood risk resulting from the community actions meeting the three goals of the CRS:

• Reduce flood losses
• Facilitate accurate insurance rating
• Promote the awareness of flood insurance.

5. What is DRC?

DRC is the abbreviation for Development Review Committee. The committee reviews all development and infrastructure plans within the City of Sugar Land.

6. What are connection fees?

Utility connection fees, or simply connection fees, are water and wastewater fees that are imposed to certain developments within the city for new infrastructure to be built to support such development. The fees are designed to offset the impact of additional development on the city's infrastructure and service. Areas within the city that are required to pay connection fees are typically Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) that are not completely developed to date and such MUDs have entered into development agreements with the city that stipulate such connection fees to be paid.