(A) All backflow prevention assemblies shall be installed in accordance with the specifications furnished by the Public Works Department and/or the manufacturer's installation instructions and/or in the latest edition of the State Building Code, whichever is most restrictive.
(B) Ownership, testing, and maintenance of the assembly shall be the responsibility of the customer.
(C) All double check valve assemblies must be installed in drainable vaults, with 18 inches of clearance on all sides wherever below ground installation is necessary, in accordance with detailed specifications provided by the Public Works Department. Double check valve assemblies may be installed in a vertical position with prior approval from the Public Works Department, provided the flow of water is in an upward direction.
(D) Reduced pressure principal assemblies must be installed in a horizontal position only and can be installed in vault that provides a minimum of 18 inches of clearance on all sides and is provided with adequate drainage, to the atmosphere, so as not to allow submersion.
(E) The installation of a backflow prevention assembly, which is not approved, must be replaced with an approved backflow prevention assembly.
(F) The installer is responsible to make sure a backflow prevention assembly is working properly upon installation and is required to furnish the following information to the Public Works Department within 15 days after installation:
(1) Service address where assembly is located;
(2) Owner (and address, if different from service address);
(3) Description of assembly's location;
(4) Date of installation;
(5) Installer (include name, plumbing company represented, plumber's license number, and project permit number);
(6) Type of assembly and size of assembly;
(7) Manufacturer, model number, and serial number of assembly; and
(8) Test results and report.
(G) When it is not possible to interrupt water service, provisions shall be made for a "parallel installation" of backflow prevention assemblies. The county will not accept an unprotected bypass around a backflow preventer when the assembly is in need of testing, repair, or replacement.
(H) The consumer shall, upon notification, install the appropriate containment assembly not to exceed the following time frame:
(1) Health hazard - 60 days; and
(2) Non-health hazard - 90 days.
(I) Penalty. Violation of this section shall be punishable by injunctive relief, equitable remedy and civil penalties pursuant to § 10.99.
(Ord. passed 4-2-2001; Ord. passed 3-21-2022)