(A) (1) There is an annual service charge for fire hydrants, payable by each owner (including the city) upon whose property the hydrant is situated. These hydrants must conform to the type specified by the city.
(2) Any other type must be replaced by the owner and at the owner’s expense. The charge covers a yearly maintenance program at which time the city will operate and lubricate the operating nut, nozzle caps and visually inspect all bolts and nuts that are above existing grade. Any replacement of parts will be billed to the owner at the owner’s expense and will include city’s cost for labor.
(Prior Code, § 715.63)
(B) (1) Hydrants are available throughout the city, but the use of a fire hydrant, unless authorized by the Water Department, is prohibited. Temporary service from fire hydrants is available for contractors. A hydrant rental fee is required for usage of a hydrant for small water users. A hydrant rental fee, along with a metered charge, is required for tank filling and prolonged usages of fire hydrant. The meter will be furnished and installed by the Water Department.
(2) Permits to use a fire hydrant will be issued for each individual job or contract, and for a minimum of 30-day periods as the Superintendent may determine. The permit must state the location of the hydrant and will be for the use of that hydrant and none other.
(3) The fee for hydrant use is set by section § 36.02 of this code of ordinances
(4) Hydrants may be opened only with an operating hydrant wrench and spanner which must be obtained from the Water Department after a deposit fee has been paid. The hydrant must be fully opened in order to operate properly.
(5) The fire hydrant will be checked before and after the usage. Any damage done will be charged to the holder of the permit.
(Prior Code, § 715.71)
Penalty, see § 52.99