(a) Definitions. For the purpose of this section the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
WATER SERVICE BRANCH. The connection between the water main and private property.
WATER SERVICE CONNECTION. The physical connection of a service branch with a water main.
(b) (1) Where a water service branch is installed, the City shall repair and maintain it or replace it with a branch of the same size, without charge, from the main to the curb line or street edge.
(2) Repair, replacement and maintenance of the water line and other plumbing from the street edge or curb line to a building shall be the responsibility of the private property owner.
(3) Where the property owner desires a service branch of a size different from the existing branch, he shall make application and pay for it in the same manner as any other new water service connection.
(c) Where a water meter has been purchased from the City for the purpose of determining charges for usage of water provided by the City, the City shall repair or replace said meter, provided the meter has failed due to ordinary wear and usage. Specifically excluded from this definition are meters which have been subjected to damages originated or caused by the owner or occupant of the premises being served, or resulted from negligence by the owner or the occupant or acts of vandalism not under the control of the City.
(1993 Code 53.04)