Questions and Answers

What is a Municipal Utility District (MUD)?

A MUD is a local government entity created to help build and maintain essential infrastructures for the community - things like water and sewer.

Who manages MUD 43?

MUD 43 is governed by a Board of Directors elected from and by the district. The Board sets the tax rates, approves budgets, oversees operations, and works with engineers, tax assessors, utility providers, and police agencies.

Do I get a water bill and MUD property bill?

Yes - the bills serve different purposes and paid to different companies / contractors.

What does the water bill cover?

The Water bill is for monthly water usage, sewer, trash and recycling services.

Why do I pay MUD property taxes?

Your MUD Property taxes help pay for the infrastructure that makes your neighborhood liveable and functional. These items include but are not limited to water and sewer systems, drainage and flood controls, operation and maintenance costs, security, and repayment of bonds.

How are my MUD taxes figured?

The MUD Property Taxes are figured by taking the Harris County Appraisal District’s Total Assessed Value of your Property and multiplying that by the MUD Tax Rate. The MUD tax rates are published each year on their website once adopted.

What are MUD Bonds?

Bonds are long-term loans the MUD uses to build and/or repair and maintain infrastructures like the water wells, sewer lines, water treatment plant, and parks. Your taxes help repay these bonds over time - similar to a mortgage for community maintenance and improvement.

Are MUD taxes the same as the Harris County and Spring ISD School taxes?

No - Each taxing authority (Harris County, Spring ISD, and MUD 43) serve different purposes for the community.

Where can I learn more or get involved?

Homeowners are encouraged to be involved.

• Attend Board Meetings. Meetings are generally held twice a month. An in-district meeting is every second Tuesday of the month and the out-of-district meeting is usually every third Thursday. Confirm the date, time, and location on the MUD 43 website.
• Detailed information including meeting notices, budgets, rate orders, and minutes as approved can be found on the MUD 43 website.
• Transparency and the community matter to your Board of Directors.

Why MUD 43 matters?

MUD 43 plays a vital role in keeping our Spring community running smoothly - delivering safe water, reliable infrastructures and long-term planning that protects property values. MUD 43 also independently pays for the maintenance of the detention ponds, several pocket parks and the Charlie Gant Park, and multiple Harris County Precinct 4 contract Deputies to be within the district for the community’s safety.

Please visit our website frequently to keep up with the latest information regarding Harris County Municipal Utility District 43.