The stop at the curb shall not be used by anyone but those authorized by the Borough. Should any accident occur necessitating the shutting off of the water, this shall be done by means of the stop in the service pipe immediately after it enters the house, which stop shall be a part of the plumbing of every connection with the mains.
Owners of property which is or is to become vacant who wish to receive credit for the nonuse of water therein shall give written notice of such vacancy to the Water Superintendent so that the water may be shut off. If the water is left on during such vacancy, the customary charges will be made, and no such credit for nonuse will be allowed unless such notice is given. Such notice shall be given at least before the beginning of the new quarter, and no deduction shall be allowed for any portion of an unexpired quarter.
If any owner wishes to discontinue the use of water from the mains, he shall give notice in writing of such intention to the Water Superintendent, and he shall be charged with the use of water until such notice is given and until the meter is removed.
No person shall at any time obstruct free access to any curb cock, valve, hydrant or other fixture for the control of the public use of water in any of the streets of the Borough by placing on, in front of, or around the same any building or material.