933.13 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF PRIVATE STORMWATER SYSTEM.
   (a)   The stormwater system installed as a part of development or redevelopment work or existing as of the date of this ordinance located on private property shall be properly maintained by the owner of the property.
   (b)   Non-functioning or inoperable private stormwater systems installed as a part of development or redevelopment work or existing as of the date of this ordinance shall be repaired or replaced by property owner so that the system operates as intended.
   (c)   Disposal of waste from maintenance of private facilities shall be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
   (d)   The owner of a private stormwater system shall make annual inspections of the stormwater system and maintain records of such inspections for a period of five (5) years.
   (e)   Records of maintenance and repair of private stormwater system by property owner shall be retained by the owner for a period of five (5) years. Inspection, maintenance and repair records shall be made available to the City upon request.
   (f)   The City will perform corrective or maintenance work, which shall be at the owner's expense, upon any failure to maintain facilities or correct problems with facilities within thirty (30) days after receiving due notice.
   (g)   Stormwater systems shall be inspected by the City during and after construction to assure consistency with the approved building permit and to assure proper operation and maintenance.
   (h)    The owner of a privately owned stormwater facility shall have a maintenance agreement and maintenance plan for approved stormwater management practices. The property owner shall provide verification of maintenance for the approved stormwater management facility upon request from the City. The maintenance agreement shall address the procedure for transfer of operation and maintenance responsibilities in the event of conveyances or leases. The agreement shall include provisions to allow the City to perform necessary maintenance or corrective actions neglected by the property owner and to recoup costs from the property owner when the owner has not performed the necessary maintenance within thirty (30) days of notification by the City.
(Ord. 2210. Passed 2-5-15.)