It is unlawful for any person, unless duly authorized by the city utility service department, to disturb, displace, interfere with, cover up, damage or destroy any water mains, water pipes, meter box, machinery, tool, building, fire hydrant, curbcock, curb box, or any other property belonging to, connected with, or under control of the municipal water supply system of the city. (2002 Code § 13.04.130; amd. 2013 Code)