(A) The county shall, when it elects to do so, install a water service line from its distribution line to the property line, for which a tap-on fee in effect for each size of meter will be charged.
(B) The county may install its meter at the property line or, at the county’s option, on the consumer’s property or in a location mutually agreed upon.
(C) The county does not assume the responsibility of inspecting the consumer’s piping or apparatus and will not be responsible therefor.
(D) The county reserves the right to refuse service unless the consumer’s lines or piping are installed in such manner as to prevent cross-connections or backflow.
(E) The county shall not be liable for damage of any kind whatsoever resulting from water or the use of water on the consumer’s premises. The county shall not be responsible for any damage done by or resulting from any defect in the piping, fixtures or appliances on the consumer’s premises. The county shall not be responsible for negligence of third persons or forces beyond the control of the county resulting in any interruption of service.
(F) Under normal conditions, the consumer will be notified of any anticipated interruption of service.
(Prior Code, § 51.10) (Ord. passed 7-11-1978)