§ 5-32. Installation, inspection and maintenance of private fire hydrants and private water system components.

(a)

Installation. All newly installed private fire hydrants and private water systems shall be installed in accordance with and subject to the city's ordinances, policies, and standard specifications; NCAC Title 15A, Subchapter 18C Water Supplies; and NFPA 24 Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances.

(b)

Inspection and maintenance. The owner of a private water system shall have all fire hydrants and water system components tested and inspected by a contractor licensed by the state or a certified operator as defined in NCAC Title 15A, Subchapter 18C. Testing and inspection shall occur within the required maintenance periods specified in NFPA 25 Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems.

(c)

Repairs. The owner of a private water system shall be responsible for the repairs or replacement of any damaged, broken, and/or inoperable hydrants and/or water system components; and shall have all fire hydrant and/or water system component repairs or replacements conducted by a contractor licensed by the state in accordance with NCAC Title 15A, Subchapter 18C and NFPA 25 Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems.

(d)

Violations. Any person who fails to comply with the provisions of this section shall be subject to penalties in accordance with section 2-25.

(Ord. No. 2019-16 , § 3, 4-8-19)