§ 6-4.1008. Damages: Liability.


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  • The consumer shall be liable for any damages to the City-owned water service facilities when such damages are from causes originating on the premises by an act of the applicant or his tenants, agents, employees, contractors, licensees, or permittees including the breaking or destruction of locks by the applicant or others on or near a service connection and any damages which may result from hot water or steam from a boiler or heater on the premises of the applicant. The City shall be reimbursed by the consumer for any such damages promptly on the presentation of a bill.

    The City shall not be responsible for damages to property caused by faucets, valves, or other equipment that is open when water is turned on at the meter, either originally or when turned on after a temporary shutdown.

(Ord. 14-6 §§ 9-6 and 17-2)