Owners and/or occupants of commercial, industrial or residential
properties serviced by the Water Department shall, upon presentation
by Water Department personnel of their credentials, authorize entry
to inspect the water service or to remove, repair, or replace a water
meter at any time the Water Department deems necessary. Water service
apparatus shall be readily accessible. Should access be refused, water
service may be shut off and may not be turned on until such access
has been allowed and appropriate fees paid.