9-12-6 VIOLATION; PENALTIES.

ARTICLE 9-12
Low Flow Fixtures and Devices

Section

9-12-1 Purpose

9-12-2 Certification

9-12-3 Specific low flow fixtures and devices required

9-12-4 Flow restriction device required for water-cooled refrigerating systems

9-12-5 Installation rebate

9-12-6 Violation; penalties

9-12-1 PURPOSE.

This article establishes maximum rates of water flow or discharge for plumbing fixtures and devices in order to promote water conservation.

(Prior Code, § 9-12-1) (Ord. 90-295, passed 2-27-1990; Am. Ord. 90-298, passed 5-22-1990)

9-12-2 CERTIFICATION.

The plumbing fixtures and devices required to be installed pursuant to this article shall be certified by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and comply with all applicable American-National Standards Institute standards.

(Prior Code, § 9-12-2) (Ord. 90-295, passed 2-27-1990; Am. Ord. 90-298, passed 5-22-1990)

9-12-3 SPECIFIC LOW FLOW FIXTURES AND DEVICES REQUIRED.

The plumbing fixtures and devices required to be installed, unless otherwise indicated herein, in every new building or addition to an existing building for which a building permit has been issued after the effective date of this article, and when a replacement fixture or device is required in any building:

(A) Faucets (general). All lavatory, kitchen and bar sink faucets shall be designed, manufactured, installed or equipped with a flow control device aerator which will not allow a water flow rate in excess of 2.75 gallons per minute;

(B) Faucets (public restrooms). In addition to the general requirements set forth in subsection (A) of this section, lavatory faucets located in restrooms intended for use by the general public shall be of the metering or self-closing type;

(C) Showerheads. Showerheads, except where provided for safety reasons, shall be designed, manufactured and installed with a flow limitation device which will not allow a water flow rate in excess of 2.75 gallons per minute. The flow limitation device must be a permanent and integral part of the showerhead and must not be removable to allow flow rates in excess of 2.75 gallons per minute;

(D) Urinals. Urinals shall be designed, manufactured and installed so the maximum flush will not exceed 1.6 gallons of water. Adjustable type flushometer valves may be used, provided they are adjusted so the maximum flush will not exceed 1.6 gallons of water;

(E) Water closets. Water closets shall be designed, manufactured and installed so the maximum flush will not exceed 1.6 gallons of water.

(Prior Code, § 9-12-3) (Ord. 90-295, passed 2-27-1990; Am. Ord. 90-298, passed 5-22-1990)

9-12-4 FLOW RESTRICTION DEVICE REQUIRED FOR WATER-COOLED REFRIGERATING SYSTEMS.

(A) This section shall apply to water-cooled refrigeration systems using water, entirely or in part, as a means of condensing a refrigerant.

(B) Water-cooled refrigerating systems, except as otherwise provided in this section, shall be equipped with one of the following devices:

(1) Cooling tower;

(2) An evaporative condenser; or

(3) An acceptable water circulating device.

(C) The provisions of subsection (B) of this section shall not apply to systems with an aggregate total of two tons or less or a rating of two horsepowers or less and located or installed at one street address. Multiple dwelling unit structures are considered as one street address. However, such systems shall be equipped with water regulation valves adjusted to use a minimum amount of water.

(Prior Code, § 9-12-4) (Ord. 90-295, passed 2-27-1990; Am. Ord. 90-298, passed 5-22-1990)

9-12-5 INSTALLATION REBATE.

(A) Installation of a low flow toilet in any building existing on May 22, 1990 may qualify the owner of the building for the incentive provided in this section. All low flow toilets shall meet the criteria described in division (E) of § 9-12-3. Upon presentation by the owner of the building in which the low flow toilet is installed of a purchase sales slip for the low flow toilet and the evidence as may be reasonably required by the chief building official to evidence proof of installation thereof, the city shall pay the sum of $50 to the owner or occupant of the building installing the low flow toilet. The chief building official shall have the right to require a visual verification of the installation of the low flow toilet by the Building Safety Division of the Community Development Department.

(B) Installation of a hot water recirculating pump or point-of-service instant hot water heater in any existing residential building may qualify the owner of the building for the incentive provided in this section. Upon presentation by the owner-occupant or landlord of the building in which the hot water recirculating pump or point-of-service instant hot water heater is installed of a purchase sales slip for the hot water recirculating pump or point-of-service instant hot water heater and the evidence as may be reasonably required by the chief building official to evidence proof of installation thereof, which must include the obtaining of a city building permit, the city shall pay the sum of $100 to the owner or occupant of the building installing the hot water recirculating pump or point-of-service instant hot water heater. The chief building official shall have the right to require a visual verification of the installation of the hot water recirculating pump or point-of service instant hot water heater by the Building Safety Division of the Community Development Department. Building permit fees directly relating to the installation of these devices shall be waived.

(C) Only one rebate shall be issued to each building. All work must be performed by the owner-occupant or landlord of the building or by a properly licensed Arizona contractor authorized by the owner-occupant or landlord, as applicable. All fixtures and appliances must be new and bear the label of a nationally recognized testing laboratory and be properly installed.

(D) The rebate provisions established in this section shall only be applicable to buildings receiving water and sewer services from the city and shall expire on December 31, 2005. A maximum dollar cap of $25,000 per calendar year shall be used on a first come, first served basis. Only owner-occupants or landlords are eligible to receive the rebate. The rebate shall be disbursed by the city within a reasonable time after city verification that the installation is eligible and in compliance.

(Prior Code, § 9-12-5) (Ord. 90-295, passed 2-27-1990; Am. Ord. 90-298, passed 5-22-1990; Am. Ord. 04-882, passed 1-12-2004)