(A) This information is a compilation of some of the standard requirements based on the State Building Code and city ordinances of projects of this type. This information does not contain all of the specific codes and should only be used as a guide. The permit holder is responsible to meet all code requirements applicable to each project.
(B) This guide is to help the homeowner who wishes to do his or her own installation of a lawn irrigation system.
(C) The following are required items for the correct installation of a lawn irrigation system:
(1) Plumbing permits are required for lawn irrigation systems ($25 fee);
(2) Tie into the water line on the house side of the meter;
(3) 95-5 solder must be used;
(4) Use full flow valve ball or gate valve after the tie in, with some way of draining the line after the valve;
(5) Provide adequate back flow prevention with RPZ (reduced pressure zone) pressure type or atmospheric type;
(6) Call for an inspection after you have connected to the domestic water line and have run piping to outside with the necessary back flow prevention installed; and
(7) Call Gopher State One, call (800) 252-1166, 48 hours before digging begins.
(D) Lawn irrigation systems are an allowable use within boulevard and easement areas. Any improvement that is placed within these areas is done so at the risk of the property owner. The city is not responsible for restoration damage caused by street maintenance, drainage, and utility construction and snowplowing. Improvements, which interfere with the performance of city operations or public utilities, may be ordered for removal.
(E) Plumbing contractors doing the installation of the RPZ must be state licensed.
(F) Please call (507) 243-3507 to schedule inspections. All inspections require a 24-hour notice. Inspection hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays.
(Ord.
231
, passed 6-21-2004) Penalty, see § 10.99