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Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 42. WATER SUPPLY |
Article IV. CROSS CONNECTION CONTROL AND BACKFLOW PREVENTION |
§ 42-61. Vacuum breaker for hose outlets.
(a)
Where hose outlets are concerned, vacuum breakers are required. The director may waive this requirement if, upon examination of all facts, the hose outlets are found to be designed and constructed so as to substantially eliminate the risk of pollution or contamination.
(b)
Hose outlet vacuum breakers shall not be used under continuous pressure (more than twelve (12) hours).
(c)
Hose outlets are not to be installed below ground and should be at least twelve (12) inches above existing ground level.
(Ord. No. 6233-06, § 1)
(Ord. No. 6233-06, § 1)