(A) (1) Whenever the city has cause to believe that there exists, or potentially exists, in or upon any premises, any condition which constitutes a violation of this chapter, the owner or operator shall provide access to the premises at any reasonable time to determine if there exists an actual or potential violation of this chapter.
(2) In the event that the owner or occupant refuses entry after a request to enter has been made, the city is hereby empowered to seek assistance from a court of competent jurisdiction in obtaining such entry.
(B) The city shall have the right to employ such devices and undertake such inspection, on or off premises, as necessary, to determine whether the requirements of this chapter are met. The inspection may include, but is not limited to, the following:
(1) Sampling of any discharge and/or process waters;
(2) The taking of photographs;
(3) Interviewing staff on alleged violations and access to any; and
(4) All facilities or areas within the premises that may have any effect on the discharge.
(Prior Code, § 54.13) (Ord. 18-32, passed 9-4-2018)