Chapter 21.04
Fire Hydrant Use

Sections:

21.04.010    Permit required.

21.04.020    Issuance of permits.

21.04.030    Conditions for issuance of permits.

21.04.040    Exemptions.

21.04.050    Penalties for violations.

21.04.010 Permit required.

No person, firm or corporation shall withdraw water from publicly owned fire hydrants without first obtaining a permit from the City for said withdrawal.  (Ord. 313 § 1, March 13th, 1985).

21.04.020 Issuance of permits.

The City may issue hydrant use permits upon application, after consultation with the City Utility Department, for a fee as provided for in the most current version of the City fees and charges schedule as adopted by resolution or ordinance of the DuPont City Council.  (Ord. 313 § 2, March 13th, 1985; Ord. 10-908 § 1).

21.04.030 Conditions for issuance of permits.

Permits may be issued, conditioned or denied in a manner which protects the public safety and welfare and recognizes conditions existent at the time of application.  (Ord. 313 § 3, March 13th, 1985).

21.04.040 Exemptions.

Government agencies acting in emergency situations are specifically exempt from the provisions of this chapter. (Ord. 313 § 4, March 13th, 1985).

21.04.050 Penalties for violations.

Any person, firm or corporation found guilty of violating the terms of this chapter may be subject to a fine not to exceed $250.00 or 30 days in jail, or both. (Ord. 313 § 5, March 13th, 1985).