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Whenever it becomes necessary to enter a building for the purpose of inspecting water pipes, fixtures, or meters, village employees may do so during reasonable hours after coordinating with the consumer. Should the employee be refused admittance, the supply of water shall be cut off until the examination is made and the required information is obtained, or until repairs and alterations are made.
(Ord., passed 1-27-21)
(A) Water meters furnished by the village shall remain the property of the village.
(B) At the request of a consumer, the village will test the accuracy of a water meter alleged to be recording improperly. If the meter is found to be inaccurate, the consumer’s water bill will be adjusted accordingly. If the meter is found to be accurate, the consumer will be charged a fee as established by resolution of the Village Council.
(Ord., passed 1-27-21)
No connection of any water line or system outside of village shall be made without special permission from the Village Council on such terms as the Village Council shall prescribe.
(Ord., passed 1-27-21) Penalty, see § 10.99
Only authorized village employees may connect or reconnect water service in accordance with § 50.05. If water is found to be in use without being turned on or supervised by an authorized village employee, or if water is used for any other purpose than that paid for, the consumer of the water shall be guilty of a violation of this chapter.
(Ord., passed 1-27-21) Penalty, see § 10.99
It shall be unlawful for a consumer to permit any person, except members of his or her family or employees living on the premises as a part of the household, or visitors in the home to remove water from the premises for any purpose except in case of fire or other emergency. Any person unlawfully receiving or using water shall be subject to a civil penalty and if shown that the unlawful use was made with the knowledge and consent of the consumer, the consumer shall be deemed equally liable.
(Ord., passed 1-27-21) Penalty, see § 10.99
Any person desiring water for building purposes shall make application to the village for a permit. The estimated time for the work to be conducted and completed will be provided. A meter will be installed and the bill paid at the completion of work.
(Ord., passed 1-27-21)
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