York Water Company Agrees to Acquire Paradise Township Wastewater Assets

Harrisburg Lancaster Lebanon York, PA, September 17, 2026 — The York Water Company has entered into an agreement to acquire the wastewater treatment and collection assets that serve residents of Paradise Township, located in Lancaster County. The specifics of the agreement, including the financial terms and a definitive timeline for the transaction, were not immediately available.

This proposed acquisition involves the transfer of ownership and operation of the existing wastewater infrastructure within Paradise Township. The York Water Company, which is a long-standing utility provider, would assume responsibility for the management, maintenance, and potential future expansion of these systems.

Information regarding the current operational status of the wastewater assets, any recent inspection outcomes, or specific code violations associated with the facilities was not provided in the summary. Similarly, the identity of the current owner or operator of these assets, other than that they serve Paradise Township residents, has not been detailed. The acquisition is subject to standard closing conditions and any necessary regulatory approvals.

Acquisitions of this nature typically aim to leverage the expertise and financial capacity of larger utility companies to ensure reliable and efficient service for the community. Residents of Paradise Township would likely transition to the service standards and billing structures of The York Water Company upon completion of the deal. Further details are expected to be released as the transaction progresses through its necessary stages.

Story summarized from the original created by Brady Doran on www.abc27.com, see more information here.