[R.O. 2013 §24-130; Ord. No. 16.5 (Bill No. 2451), 2-17-2011]
As used in this Article, the following terms shall have these prescribed meanings:
SUMP PIT
A space into which a sump pump is installed and which is properly designed to all proper performance of a sump pump.
SUMP PUMP
Any suction device or pump and related valves, pipes or fittings used to remove an accumulation of liquid, usually water, and discharging the accumulation.
SUMP PUMP DISCHARGE/DRAINAGE
The end of the pipe where the discharged liquid from the sump pump where the liquid becomes unconfined and begins gravity flow.
[R.O. 2013 §24-131; Ord. No. 16.5 (Bill No. 2451), 2-17-2011]
A. 
All residential and commercial structures having storage or habitable area below grade may install a sump pit and sump pump upon approval by the appropriate City Official.
B. 
A sump pump must discharge or drain through rigid piping. The sump pump discharge or drainage shall be located at least two (2) feet from the building from which the liquid is being pumped and not closer than ten (10) feet from the property of adjacent owners, unless the City determines in a particular case that compliance with this requirement is not practicable and an alternative location is approved in writing.
C. 
Without prior written approval, the sump pump shall not discharge or drain into
1. 
The sanitary sewerage system of the City;
2. 
The public rights-of-way, including, but not limited to, sidewalks, walkways, roads and/or streets; or
3. 
The storm water system.
D. 
The City reserves the right to use whatever tests available to determine the existence of illicit or improper sump pump connections, discharge and/or drainage. The City also reserves the right to inspect properties in order to enforce this Article and any prohibitions contained herein. It is recognized that while the performance of a test and/or inspection may cause some inconvenience, the test and/or inspection are necessary to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the residents of the City; and, consequently, there shall be no cause for action against the City in law or equity.
[R.O. 2013 §24-132; Ord. No. 16.5 (Bill No. 2451), 2-17-2011; Ord. No. 7.9 (Bill No. 2528) §2, 11-1-2012]
A. 
A violation of this Article shall occur where the discharge and/or drainage
1. 
Creates icing or algae problems on City sidewalks, walkways, roads and/or streets;
2. 
Causes damage to City property; or
3. 
Creates the ponding or accumulation of standing water, ice or flows on or over adjoining property.
B. 
If any condition referenced in this Article IV exists, the City shall require the owner or occupant of the property discharging the liquid to alleviate the problem within a reasonable amount of time as established by the City in its sole discretion.