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§ 51.094 ON-SITE WATER IMPROVEMENTS.
   (A)   In the case of a system to serve a subdivision, the developer must first submit to the City Engineer for his approval a preliminary subdivision plat showing all details of the topography thereon.
   (B)   In the case of a system to serve an existing lot or parcel for which a subdivision plat is not required, the developer must submit a preliminary site plan showing the improvements proposed and all details of the topography thereon.
   (C)   Upon receipt of said preliminary subdivision plat or site plan, the Engineer will, after reasonable time for study thereof, advise the developer as to the availability of a water feeder main.
   (D)   If it is determined that no additional off-site improvements are required, the applicant shall submit a written application to the city requesting that the city proceed with the design of on-site water improvements.
   (E)   The applicant shall consent to the total cost of the design and inspection of said improvement, which consent shall be evidenced by the applicant's depositing with the Finance Director of the city a sum equivalent to 15% of the total approximate cost of construction of the aforesaid water improvements. Said 15% is to cover the cost of preparing plans, specifications, cost estimates and inspection during and after construction.
   (F)   The applicant shall provide, at no cost to the city, any easements that the city shall deem necessary to furnish the service requested by applicant.
   (G)   The applicant shall then have the responsibility of constructing the aforementioned water facilities consistent with the plans and specifications prepared by the city. The city will provide engineering inspection of the improvement and will not refund any of the 15% deposit not used for design or inspection.
   (H)   Upon completion of the project, the applicant shall convey to the city the water improvements and any appurtenances thereto by an appropriate instrument recordable in the public records of Broward County. The city shall have the responsibility of maintaining every facility constructed and installed under these provisions.
('72 Code, § 36-78) (Ord. O-72-206, passed 12-6-72)
§ 51.095 SERVICE LINE SPECIFICATIONS.
   Service line size and material type shall be determined under the purview and approval of the Building Division.
(‘72 Code, § 36-79) (Ord. O-72-206, passed 12-6-72; Am. Ord. O-94-44, passed 9-21-94; Am. Ord. O-2005-04, passed 5-4-05)
§ 51.096 FIRE FLOW; FIRE HYDRANTS.
   (A)   All water main extensions shall be sized to provide for adequate fire flow.
   (B)   All fire hydrants shall be conveyed to the city by an approved instrument of dedication; and all costs of necessary rental, maintenance and operation of fire hydrants, after acceptance of such dedication, shall be the responsibility of the city.
   (C)   Each hydrant shall be capable of delivering not less than 500 gpm with a residual pressure of not less than 20 psi.
   (D)   Fire hydrant branches (from main to hydrant) will be not less than six inches in diameter and as short as possible with a maximum of 300 feet. Each branch will be individually gate valved. On prestressed concrete mains where the installation of fire hydrants is not required immediately, the necessary fitting for the future installation of fire hydrants shall be provided.
('72 Code, § 36-80) (Ord. O-72-206, passed 12-6-72)
WATER SHORTAGES
§ 51.110 INTENT; PURPOSE.
   It is the intent and purpose of this subchapter to protect the water resources of the city from the harmful effects of over-utilization during periods of water shortage and allocate available water supplies by assisting the South Florida Water Management District in the implementation of its water shortage plan.
('72 Code, § 36-63.1(a)) (Ord. O-73-2, passed 1-3-73; Am. Ord. O-85-19, passed 4-3-85)
§ 51.111 DEFINITIONS.
   For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
   DISTRICT. The South Florida Water Management District.
   ESTABLISHED. Any lawn and landscaping which does not meet the definition of new as defined in this section.
   IRRIGATION. The outside watering of shrubbery, trees, lawns, grass, ground covers, vines, gardens and other such flora, not intended for resale, which are planted and are situated in such diverse locations as residential and recreation areas, cemeteries, public, commercial and industrial establishments and public medians and rights-of-way.
   IRRIGATION SYSTEM. A permanent artificial watering system designed to transport and distribute water to plants.
   IRRIGATION SYSTEM ZONE. A division, area or region distinguished from adjacent parts by distinctive features in an irrigation system.
   LANDSCAPING. Any combination of living plants (such as grass, ground cover, shrubs, vines or trees) and nonliving material (such as rocks, pebbles, paving materials or fences).
   LAWN(S). A usually closely mown plot or area planted with grass or similar plants surrounding a residence, commercial, public, industrial or institutional property.
   LOW VOLUME IRRIGATION. The use of equipment and devices specifically designed to allow the volume of water delivered to be limited to a level consistent with the water requirement of the plants being irrigated and designed to allow that water to be placed with a high degree of efficiency within the root zone of the plant; and the low volume irrigation of plants with one hose fitted with a self-canceling or automatic shutoff nozzle, attended by one person.
   NEW. Any lawn or landscaping which has been in existence in the same location for less than 30 days.
   PERSON. Any person, firm, partnership, association, corporation, company or organization of any kind.
   RECLAIMED WASTEWATER. Wastewater that has received at least secondary treatment and is reused after flowing out of a wastewater treatment facility.
   REPLACEMENT IRRIGATION SYSTEM. An irrigation system taking, filling the place, being or providing a substitute for an established irrigation system.
   SHALL. Always mandatory and not merely directory.
   WASTEWATER. The combination of liquid and water-carried pollutants from residences, commercial buildings, industrial plants and institutions together with any groundwater, surface runoff or leachate that may be present.
   WATER RESOURCE. Any and all water on or beneath the surface of the ground, including natural or artificial water courses, lakes, ponds, or diffused surface water, and water percolating, standing or flowing beneath the surface of the ground.
   WATER SHORTAGE CONDITION. When sufficient water is not available to meet present or anticipated needs of persons using the water resource, or when conditions are such as to require temporary reduction in total water usage within a particular area to protect the water resource from serious harm. A water shortage usually occurs due to drought.
   WATER SHORTAGE EMERGENCY. That situation when the powers which can be exercised under Part II of Chapter 40E-21, Florida Administrative Code, are not sufficient to protect the public health, safety or welfare, or the health of animals, fish or aquatic life, or a public water supply, or commercial, industrial, agricultural, recreational or other reasonable uses.
('72 Code, § 36-63.1(b)) (Ord. O-73-2, passed 1-3-73; Am. Ord. O-85-19, passed 4-3-85; Am. Ord. O-93-34, passed 7-21-93)
§ 51.112 APPLICATION.
   The provisions of this subchapter shall apply to all persons using the water resource within the geographical areas subject to the “water shortage” or “water shortage emergency”, as determined by the district, whether from public- or privately-owned water utility systems, private wells or private connections with surface water bodies. This subchapter shall not apply to persons using treated effluent or salt water.
('72 Code, § 36-63.1(c)) (Ord. O-73-2, passed 1-3-73; Am. Ord. O-85-19, passed 4-3-85)
§ 51.113 AMENDMENTS TO WATER SHORTAGE PLAN.
   Chapter 40E-21, Florida Administrative Code, as same may be amended from time to time, is incorporated herein by reference as a part of this Code.
('72 Code, § 36-63.1(d)) (Ord. O-73-2, passed 1-3-73; Am. Ord. O-85-19, passed 4-3-85)
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