Wells for non-municipal use within the city in existence at the effective date of this subchapter shall be exempt from the limitations set forth in the subchapter with respect to depth and diameter of the well hole, size and type of pumping facilities and location on the premises, if they are not then in conformity with such regulations. The exemptions shall continue only during the continuing life and uses of the well, however, and shall terminate upon the abandonment of the well. Existing wells, however, shall be subject to all other regulations of this subchapter relating to their continued operation, including the requirement of a permit for such continued operation; provided, however, the owner or owners of the premises where such existing wells are located shall have a period of three months in which to obtain a permit. No permit fee will be charged for the initial permit for continued operation of an existing well.
(Ord. 612, passed 2-19-01) Penalty, see § 53.99