The Division of Public Works, upon completion of water connection installations from the main to a point at or near the curb line, shall completely fill the trenches throughout their entire length so that they shall be safe for public travel. If, however, the plumber, property owner, or other person responsible for installation of the water extension wishes to have the city leave a portion of the connection trench unfilled to facilitate construction of the extension system, he/she may notify the city foreperson on the job to that effect and the foreperson shall leave that portion of the trench unfilled. The person responsible for the extension installation shall then become fully responsible for protecting the public, day and night, against any harm or damage arising from the opening in the street. Such person shall provide warning lights and other protective devices prescribed by law without cost to the city.
(Ord. 774, passed 8-28-95) Penalty, see § 52.99