Haines Borough officials are considering major changes to the borough’s water and sewer code, including a provision requiring all residences built after Jan. 1 to be metered.

The assembly last month introduced the comprehensive ordinance, which would also eliminate the borough’s “vacated” utility rate. The policy allows residents going out of town or on vacation to receive a reduced rate on their water and sewer bills during absences.

Chief fiscal officer Jila Stuart said she…