The approved removal procedure for a direct or indirect footing drain connection to the sanitary sewer system under this chapter must fully comply with the following:
1. Prior Inspection. Prior to any work on the removal or disconnection of the footing drain connection, the existing connection must be inspected by the City. The sanitary sewer system customer shall be responsible to schedule the inspection.
2. Approved System. An approved system for the removal of footing drain connections must be used. The approved system shall consist of a sump pump and sump pit with a discharge to an approved storm sewer connection, an approved footing drain collection connection, or an approved yard location.
3. Plugging of Existing Connection. Any direct or indirect connection between the footing drain and the sanitary sewer system of the building shall be permanently plugged.
4. Construction Inspection. Upon installation of the sump pump pit, sump pump, and plumbing connections; and prior to installation of the concrete floor, the sanitary sewer customer shall be responsible to schedule a City inspection of the completed work.
5. Floor Drain Connection Prohibited. The new system shall be installed in such a manner that direct or indirect flow from the footing drain to a floor drain shall not be possible.
6. Post-Construction Inspection. The installation of the sump pump and associated facilities work shall be inspected by the City. The sanitary sewer customer shall be responsible to schedule the post-construction inspection.