(A) All wires, conduits, cable and other property and facilities of the licensee shall be located, constructed, installed and maintained in compliance with applicable codes. The licensee shall keep and maintain all of its property so as not to unnecessarily interfere with the usual and customary grade, traffic or travel upon the streets and public places of the city or endanger the lives or property of any person. In the event of such interference, the city may require the removal of the licensee’s lines, cables and appurtenances from the street or property in question.
(B) The city shall have the right to inspect all construction or installation work performed subject to the provisions of the franchise and to make such tests as it shall find necessary to ensure compliance with the terms of the franchise and pertinent provisions of law and ordinances that are applicable.
(C) The following procedures shall apply to any inspection or testing required by the city.
(1) If such inspection or testing required by the city establishes that the system is not in compliance with applicable codes and standards, the licensee shall bear all costs of the inspection or testing.
(2) If such inspection or testing required by the city establishes that the system is in compliance with applicable codes and standards, the city shall bear all costs of the inspection and testing.
(2005 Code, § 13-202)