As stated previously herein, venting is not permissible in the drilling or operation of any oil or gas well except as otherwise stated herein. In the event the driller or operator is required to vent gas to the atmosphere in order to pump oil, or to maintain safety, or for other acceptable reasons, said driller or operator is required to request the approval of the city oil and gas inspector prior to venting. The oil and gas inspector shall investigate the circumstances necessitating such venting, and shall approve same unless such venting would present a threat to the health, safety, or welfare of the citizens of the city or would otherwise be in violation of this ordinance or state or federal law requirements. Failure to notify and obtain approval from the city oil and gas inspector prior to venting shall subject violator to appropriate penalties set out in this ordinance.
(Ord. No. 2272, § 1, 1-26-93)