An irrigation service line may be installed by a direct tap into the water main (separate tap) or by a split line off the non-irrigation service line at a point between the water main and the non-irrigation meter (split tap). The irrigation service line shall be installed with a backflow device of the RPZ (reduced pressure zone) type and a cut off valve, of a manufacturer's type as determine by the city, no more than six inches from the city irrigation meter to prevent any possible contamination of the city water system. Either method of connection shall be performed by the city Public Utilities Department only. No contractor shall be allowed to complete connections to the water main unless a permit is obtained prior to installing an irrigation service line from the Director of Public Utilities.
(Ord. 09-31, passed - -09)