Unless otherwise permitted, curb stops will be placed in the service pipe, in City ROW or a Public Utility Easement, and within six inches of the property/easement line, or as directed by the Utilities or Building Department,. and protected by a valve box reaching from the top of the curb stop to the surface of the ground, of suitable size to admit a valve key for turning on and off the stop, and with a cast iron cover, having the word "Water" marked thereon, visible and even with the pavement, sidewalk or top of the ground. The valve box shall be kept closed and in good repair by the water consumer. In case a consumer refuses to keep the valve box in good condition, the Utilities Department shall put the same in good order, at the expense of the owner of the premises.
HISTORY
Amended by Ord. 9912 on 1/4/2023