§ 40-160. Water service pipes.

(a)

After the necessary application procedures are complete, the property owner shall install a water service pipe from the curb stop to the point of use not less than six feet below the surface of an established or proposed grade and according to all specifications of the utility. In addition, special protective coverings may be required where soil conditions and other factors are conducive to premature failure of the service.

(b)

The applicant's plumber shall be responsible for connecting said service pipe to the curb stop and service. No plumber shall cover or permit the covering of any water service pipe until the installation has been inspected and approved by the utility.

(c)

Water service pipes shall be installed in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code chs. COMM 81 through 86 (the state plumbing code).

(d)

If the owner fails to repair a leaking or broken service pipe from the curb stop to the point of metering or use within such time as may appear reasonable to the utility, after written notice, the water will be shut off and will not be turned on again until the repairs have been completed.

(Comp. Ords. 2009, § 10.05(2))