(a) The Utility will make all "wet" taps and will furnish, install and maintain the water service line extending from the public water main to and including the curb and valve box. The curb shut off box will be installed at a location to be determined by the Utility. The City reserves the right to use contractors for the installation of any "wet tap". (See Section 934.03 as to meter installation).
(b) The Connection Fee, and Meter Charge and/or Deposit to cover same shall be paid before water service is established or inspections performed. All applicable water and sewer fees, charges or deposits must be paid before Permanent Water Service is established. In the event the Utility does or does not make the water tap the minimum charge is equal to the Connection Fee plus meter charge for the size meter furnished. The "City of Coshocton: Utility Department Rates and Fees Schedule" (Exhibit 3).
(c) All fees and/or deposits shown The "City of Coshocton: Utility Department Rates and Fees Schedule" (Exhibit 3) are applicable only where an existing public water main of adequate size borders the property to be served. Any extension, enlargement or looping of water mains or other facilities required to properly furnish water service shall be also paid for by the Property Owner.
(d) Charges for tap and water service lines may be adjusted annually as determined by the Director. In event that the average cost of a given size service installation exceeds the charges set forth in The "City of Coshocton: Utility Department Rates and Fees Schedule" (Exhibit 3) said charges shall be increased accordingly to cover the actual costs and overhead expenses of the Utility.
(e) In the case of a new multiple lot subdivision or development, all water taps and service lines must be installed by the Developer at the time of installation of the public water mains. The tap and service line installation shall extend from the main and include the curb box and shut off valve along with a pigtail extending a minimum of three feet beyond the public right of way into the private property.
(f) In all cases where new public water mains are being installed, every Owner will be required at Owner's expense to install, or have installed, at the time the tap, service line, curb shut off valve and box, etc for each lot, regardless of whether or not the lot is to be occupied. The foregoing tap, service line, etc. installation will also be required prior to the paving or repaving of any street, alley or other thoroughfare.
(g) At the Utility's option, a dry tap and service line may be installed by a Contractor approved by the Utility. The installation shall conform to the Water and Wastewater pipe standards and all other applicable Rules, Regulations and Ordinances of the City.
(Ord. 44-21. Passed 11-8-21.)