(A) Permit and bond. A permit for construction of a connection of the extension between a building drain and the sewer main or stub, herein called the “building sewer”, or between the building water service pipes and a water main or stub shall be issued only upon application by a qualified plumber. The applicant shall comply with the provisions of this chapter and to secure performance by him or her of all work undertaken within the city a performed bond or other security may be required. This bond shall either be furnished to the City Clerk or Secretary of State under M.S. § 326B.46, as it may be amended from time to time.
(B) Liability insurance.
(1) Before undertaking the construction work authorized by the permit, the plumber shall secure and maintain a policy of insurance against damages to property or injury or death to persons.
(2) The policy shall indemnify and save harmless the city and its personnel against any claim, damages or cause of action arising out of work and from any expenses of defending the same.
(3) The property damage insurance coverage shall be determined by the City Council on an individual basis.
(4) Proof of such insurance shall be filled with the city prior to construction work and such policy shall provide the city to be notified immediately of any termination or modification of such insurance.
(5) If the insurance coverage is an adequate in amount, the qualified plumber shall indemnify and save harmless the city and its personnel in like manner.
(C) Appointment of costs. The owner shall bear the costs and expenses incident to the installation and connection of the building sewer or extension of water service to private property. He or she shall indemnify the city for any loss or damage directly or indirectly caused by its installation and connection. To the extent he or she deems necessary, the appropriate designated city official shall establish rules and regulations for the proper implementation of these requirements which, when approved by the Council by resolution, shall govern the installation, and connection of building sewers and extension of water service to private property.