It shall be unlawful to disturb, destroy, damage, adjust, molest, meddle or otherwise interfere with any portion of the city water system or appurtenances located in either public or private property. Should any damage result, either intentionally or unintentionally, from handling or otherwise tampering with the water system, the violator shall pay for all costs incurred in connection with the repairs of said system and/or for any damages that may result from the tampering with or shutoff of said water system. (1980 Code § 4.6.43)