Approve River Meadows Water Distribution System to add additional Residential Use and to Set System Limits

The Monterey Peninsula Water Management District is considering a request to expand the River Meadows Water Distribution System, which serves a single-family dwelling in the Carmel Valley Alluvial Aquifer, by allowing a second residential connection. Currently supplying potable and irrigation water from a pre-existing well, the system is proposed to increase its expansion capacity from one to two residential units while establishing a firm annual production limit of 5.775 acre-feet to ensure sustainable groundwater use. This adjustment aims to accommodate household growth while maintaining compliance with regional water resource protections and aquifer health standards. The request is subject to district review and approval, with oversight focused on long-term water availability and equitable allocation within the CVAA. The application is being reviewed under the district’s regulatory framework for water supply management, with Stephanie Kister, Water Demand Analyst, serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries. The project is located in Monterey, California, within the 93923 ZIP code, and aligns with the district’s mission to balance residential water needs with environmental stewardship. While no formal solicitation number or procurement details are listed, the forecasted nature of the posting indicates it is part of the district’s proactive planning process to assess and authorize incremental increases in water use entitlements under established constraints. The architectural agent listed is associated with the applicant’s submission but is not an official district representative.