Cross-connections shall only be allowed from a private well to or from the municipal water system in accordance with the following.
(A) Any cross-connection between private wells and the municipal water supply without the presence of a recognized, approved and properly installed backflow prevention device will be immediately disconnected and permanently removed. Failure or refusal to remove or protect the cross-connection will result in immediate termination of the public water supply with no additional notice. The owner will be liable for any damage caused or expenses incurred by the municipal water system in conjunction with the cross-connection.
(B) It shall be the duty of the owner or occupant of the property to give the Utilities Superintendent access to the property at reasonable times for the purpose of ensuring compliance with the requirements herein. If the Utilities Superintendent is denied entry to ensure compliance, a judicial order for entry into and onto the property shall be obtained. The owner or occupant’s water shall immediately be disconnected and remain disconnected until such time as the Utilities Superintendent or other authorized individual confirms conformity with the requirements established in this section.
(Prior Code, § 3-138) (Ord. 632, passed 2-13-2019)