The purpose of this chapter is:
A. 
To protect the public potable water supply of the Town of East Greenbush from the possibility of contamination by isolating within its customer's internal distribution system or its customer's private water system such contaminations or pollutants which could backflow into the public water supply system; and
B. 
To comply with the requirements of the New York State Sanitary Code § 5-1.31.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See 10 NYCRR 5-1.31.
A. 
For the purpose of this chapter, unless it is plainly evident from the context that a different meaning is intended, certain terms used herein are defined as follows:
AIR GAP SEPARATION
A physical break between a supply pipe and a receiving vessel. The air gap shall be at least double the diameter of the supply pipe, measured vertically above the top rim of the vessel, and in no case less than one inch.
APPROVED DOUBLE-CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY
An assembly of at least two independently acting approved single-check valves including tightly closing shutoff valves on each side of the check valve assemble and suitable test cocks plus connections available for testing and water tightness of each valve.
APPROVED REDUCED PRESSURE PRINCIPLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE (RPZ)
A device incorporating two or more single-check valves and an automatically operating differential relief valve located between the two checks, two shutoff valves and equipped with necessary appurtenances for testing. The device shall operate to maintain the pressure in the zone between the two check valves, less than the pressure on the public water supply side of the device. At cessation of normal flow, the pressure between the check valves shall be less than the supply pressure. In case of leakage of either check valve, the differential relief valve shall operate to maintain this reduced pressure by discharging to the atmosphere. When the inlet pressure is two pounds per square inch or less, the relief valve shall open to the atmosphere, thereby providing an air gap in the device. To be approved, these devices must be readily accessible for maintenance and testing and installed in a location where no part of the device will be submerged.
APPROVED SINGLE-CHECK VALVE
A check valve that seats readily and completely. It must be carefully machined to have free-moving parts and assured watertightness. The face of the closure element and valve seat must be bronze, composition, or other noncorrodible material which will seat tightly under all prevailing conditions of field use. Pins and bushings shall be of bronze or other noncorridible, nonsticking material, machined for easy, dependable operation. The closure element (e.g., clapper) shall be internally weighted or otherwise internally equipped to promote rapid and positive closure in all sizes where this feature is obtainable.
APPROVED WATER SUPPLY
Any water supply approved by, or under the public health supervision of, a public health agency of the State of New York, the County of Rensselaer, or the Town of East Greenbush. In determining what constitutes an approved water supply, the Department of Public Health of the State of New York (herein called "State Health Department") shall have the final judgment as to its safety and potability.
AUXILIARY WATER SUPPLY
Any water supply on or available to the premises other than the Town water supply.
BACKFLOW
A flow condition, induced by a differential in pressure, that causes the flow of water or other liquids and/or gases into the distribution pipes of a public water supply from any source other than its intended source.
CAPITAL COSTS
Those fixed costs which must yearly be borne by the district in making annual payments on indebtedness, which shall include land acquisition, required reserves for repairing or replacement and any other cost which is fixed, recurring and not includable for operation and maintenance.
COMMISSIONER
The Commissioner of Public Works of the Town of East Greenbush, or his authorized representatives.
CONSUMER
Any person to whom water is sold and/or furnished from the Town of East Greenbush.
CONTAMINATION
An impairment of the quality of the Town water supply by the presence of any foreign substance (organic, inorganic, radiological or biological) to a degree which creates a hazard to the public health.
COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER
The Rensselaer County Health Officer, his assistants, or authorized deputies acting as, or any other person appointed as Health Officer of the County of Rensselaer.
CROSS-CONNECTION
Any unprotected connection between any part of the Town water distribution system used or intended to supply water for drinking purposes and any source or system containing water or substance that is not or cannot be approved as safe, wholesome and potable for human consumption.
DISTRICT
The Town of East Greenbush Consolidated Water District or any extension thereto.
EQUIVALENT DWELLING UNIT
A unit of measurement determined by the type of real property classification used within the formula to compute the annual payment of capital costs. The Town Board may from time to time amend the chart delineating the real property classification and corresponding equivalent dwelling unit.
NONTOXIC SUBSTANCE
Any substance of a nonpoisonous nature that may create a moderate or minor hazard to the water supply system.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE COSTS
Those variable charges which the district each year incurs for operation and maintenance. This charge shall include all those costs authorized by the State of New York and is to be yearly approved by the Town Board.
PERSON
Any natural person, firm, association, organization, partnership, trust or association of persons, joint venture, corporation or company, and includes the United States, the State of New York, the County of Rensselaer, and Special Purpose District, and any officer or agent thereof.
PREMISES
Integrated land area, including improvements thereon, undivided by public thoroughfares or water distribution mains of the Town of East Greenbush and where all parts of the premises are operated under the same management and for the same purpose.
PROTECTIVE DEVICE
Any of the following devices:
(1) 
Air gap separation.
(2) 
Approved reduced pressure principle backflow prevention device (RPZ).
(3) 
Approved double-check valve assembly.
(4) 
Approved single-check valve assembly.
SERVICE CONNECTION
The terminal end of a service connection from the Town water supply at its point of delivery to the consumer. If a meter is installed, "service connection" means the downstream end of the meter. No unprotected takeoffs from the service line ahead of any meter or backflow protective device located at the point of delivery to the consumer shall be permitted.
TOWN
The Town of East Greenbush.
TOWN WATER SUPPLY
An approved water supply sold and delivered to consumers' premises through the water distribution system of the Town of East Greenbush.
TOXIC SUBSTANCE
Any substance (liquid, solid or gaseous), including raw sewage and lethal substances, that when introduced into the water supply system creates or may create a danger to the health and well-being of the consumer.
B. 
Word usage. "Shall" is mandatory; "may" is permissive.
A. 
All applications for the use of water in the Town of East Greenbush (hereafter referred to as the "Town") must be made in writing on a form provided by the Department of Water and Sewer (hereafter referred to as the "Department"). On acceptance by the Department, the application shall constitute a contract between the Town and the applicant, obligating the applicant to pay the Town its established rates and to comply with the rules and regulations.
B. 
Applications of contractors, builders and others for temporary service will be accepted, written permits will be issued, and temporary water service will be supplied, provided that it does not interfere with the use of water for general purposes, and that use of water from any hydrant shall be strictly in accordance with § 46-15B of this chapter. Customers requiring temporary service shall reimburse the Department for its expense in connection with providing the necessary temporary service connection, and a deposit specified by the Department may be required.
C. 
No agreement will be entered into by the Department with any applicant for water service until all charges due from the applicant for water or services at any premises now or heretofore owned or occupied by him which are in arrears shall have been paid.
D. 
Acceptance and/or approval of the water service application of any new applicant or the providing of increased service to any existing water user requiring water for other than normal domestic purposes or requiring daily quantities of water which, in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Works, are excessive as to total daily quantity or rate of use during any portion of the day or whose requirements for water, in the opinion of the Commissioner of Public Works, will in any way limit the ability of the particular water supply and distribution system to provide satisfactory water service to all then existing water users shall be subject to the review and approval of the Commissioner of Public Works. Where necessary in the opinion of the Commissioner, the applicant shall provide at his own expense such water conservation, storage or flow-limiting facilities or such other devices necessary to obtain the approval of the Commissioner. The Department reserves the right to refuse or limit service to any new applicant or existing water user if the foregoing requirements are not met to the Commissioner's satisfaction.
A. 
As security for payment of bills, the Department may require of any applicant or any customer to whom it may be supplying water a deposit approximately equal to 1 1/2 times the estimated average bill for the billing period. In case the billing period is changed and/or the estimate of the amount of the bill is found substantially incorrect, an adjustment shall be made in the deposit to suit the condition. Deposits of applicants will be payable at the time of application and deposits of customers upon demand.
B. 
When service is discontinued and final bills are paid or when the customer has established satisfactory credit, in the judgment of the Department, the deposit will be refunded to the depositor.
A. 
No person shall make any attachment with the mains of the Town or may make any repairs, additions to or alterations with the service water lines unless he is authorized by the Department.
B. 
A separate service line shall be required for each dwelling or commercial building as specified under § 46-9 of this chapter. In case of multiple occupancy, the size and number of separate service lines required shall be at the sole discretion of the Department.
C. 
Any existing consumer in violation of these requirements may be notified on 30 days' written notice from the Department to conform to this regulation.
Whenever any street or public grounds shall be opened for the purpose of making a connection with the mains or for laying any water lines or fixtures, public safety and convenience shall be duly regarded, and the street or public place shall be restored to its original condition as soon as possible; and whenever a trench is opened, bridges for the safety and convenience of the public shall be provided, and, if left open at night, such excavations and bridges shall be guarded with barricades, and lights shall be displayed to warn and protect the public. The application must contain, from the Highway Department, the required permit and display the same in the Town of East Greenbush. All the Town of East Greenbush utility permit will be strictly complied with.
A. 
At his own expense, the applicant shall install from the curb box to the meter on the premises a service line and service connections, all to be approved by the Department. Every service line must have a stopcock of an approved type at the property or easement line and be provided with an iron curb box and cover. This stopcock may not be used by the customer for turning on or shutting off the water supply but is for the exclusive use of the Department.
B. 
The service line and service connections from the curb box to the meter shall at all times remain the sole property of the applicant, in whom title thereto shall vest. All service lines installed shall have no sweat joint between the curb box and the foundation.
C. 
Commercial properties containing more than one business (e.g., strip malls, apartment buildings) shall install a master meter vault in the Town's right-of-way with an approved Department of Public Works design. The owner will be responsible for all expenses associated with the proper housing including the meter bypass. Alternatively, if the buildings in the commercial property are adjoined, the meter may be housed in the building closest to the Town right-of-way with approval by the Commissioner of Public Works.
A. 
The customer, at his own expense, will maintain and protect from freezing and, when necessary, replace such service line and service connections, specifications for which are contained in § 46-9.
B. 
Should a leak occur in a service line, the owner shall forthwith cause the same to be repaired at his own expense. Should the owner fail to effect such repair after two days' written notice from the Department, the district will cause the water service to be discontinued until such repair has been made.
A. 
All service lines shall have a minimum cover of 60 inches below the surface of the ground, and in no case will any waterline be allowed to be laid in any sewer or drain trench, nor will any drainage into a waterline trench be permitted.
B. 
All service lines shall not be less in size than 3/4 inch inside diameter and shall be United States Government Specification Type K soft-tempered copper tubing with only mechanical joints underground; for over 100 feet, one inch minimum in size is required. For services two inches in diameter or larger, C900 pipe shall be used. C900 shall meet the specifications of ASTM D1784 with a cell classification of 12454.C900 shall meet all the dimensional, chemical and physical requirements as outlined in AWWA. Joints shall meet the requirements of ASTM 3139 and shall be formed using Rieber Technology. Gaskets shall meet the requirements of ASTM F477. Minimum operating pressure shall be 165 psi. C905 pipe shall be used in mains larger than 12 inches diameter. A tracer wire shall be installed directly above, and for the length of, the service line when using C900 or C905. The Department reserves the right in all cases to stipulate the size and type of service lines to be used.
A. 
All tapping shall be performed under the supervision of the Department. No tapping will be done after November 1 or before April 1 unless weather permits, at the discretion of the Department.
B. 
The curb stop and box will be placed at the easement or property line. No curb stop and box shall be placed in driveways or sidewalks. The Commissioner reserves the right to select a location suitable to the Town.
C. 
No outlet through which water can be taken between the meter and the district's main in the street will be permitted.
D. 
No red or white lead will be permitted to be used on joints between the meter and the main.
E. 
No one shall leave the stopcock open or allow the water to run on the premises after making any new connection with the street main or after making any new extension or attachment in unoccupied premises; but in cases where the work is a simple extension or additional attachments on the consumer's side of the meter, in places where the water is then in use, the installer may leave the water on.
F. 
Except on the pipes on the consumer's side of the meter, no additions or alterations whatever, in or about public or private water pipes, shall be made by any person until application therefor has been made to the Department and a written permit given therefor.
G. 
When the supply of water to any premises has been turned off at the direction of the Department, service shall only be returned by and with the authority of the Department.
H. 
If any building is razed, moved or abandoned, it will be the responsibility of the owner or the authority which requires such razing, moving or abandonment by virtue of public improvement to notify the Department to remove the water meter. The owner shall discontinue the water service line at the curb box by physically removing the service line connection at the curb box, under the supervision of the Department.
A. 
Sprinkler-head fire protection service.
(1) 
Any and all sprinkler systems installed in residences, multiple dwellings and commercial buildings (i.e., any and all buildings) shall meet the requirements of the following:
(a) 
The New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (Uniform Code) adopted December 6, 2019.
(2) 
The Department reserves the right to require the furnishing of detailed drawings showing the proposed installation and to approve or disapprove the type of valving to be installed on such a system and to inspect by its own forces or duly authorized representatives any such installation past, present or future and to require that the standards outlined in Subsection A(1) be met.
B. 
Private water distribution system, hydrant protection.
(1) 
Any and all private water supply distribution systems installed within the Town equipped with hydrants for fire protection shall conform to the requirements of the following:
(a) 
International Fire Code.
(b) 
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 24 — Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances.
(2) 
Detailed plans and drawings of any and all such installations shall be furnished for the approval of the Department before any permit to make such installation or to build shall be issued and to inspect same during construction to guarantee compliance.
(3) 
The Department reserves the right to require any sprinkler system installation or any hydrant system installation installed prior to the date of this chapter to be brought up to the standards referred to at any time.
C. 
Contractors, builders and other commercial users (§ 46-1B) will apply for a commercial water permit before using a Town owned or private hydrant. A hydrant meter will be issued to the permit holder for their exclusive use. At the conclusion of the job, the meter will be returned to the Water and Sewer billing office and a final bill will be generated. For a long-term construction project over three months, a photo of the meter reading will be submitted to the Water and Sewer billing office on March 31, June 30, September 30 and December 31, and a bill will be generated accordingly. Commercial users of the hydrant at the DPW Garage on Gilligan Road must record their water usage on the log sheet provided at the DPW Garage. Failure to follow these procedures will result in the cancellation of the commercial water use permit.
D. 
Builders and contractors who need access to water on site will obtain a water permit prior to connecting to the Town-installed curb stop at the building location. They will be billed for estimated usage for such privilege, according to the estimated amount of water to be used or metered, at the discretion of the Department. The willful waste of water under temporary permits shall constitute a violation of this chapter and the Department may cancel such permit.
Commercially operated car washes attached to the municipal water supply are permitted. Water conservation and recycling systems will be utilized to the maximum extent possible and will be approved by the Commissioner of Public Works.
A. 
Regulations for the use of municipal water in swimming pools shall be established by the Department as the restriction needs dictate.
B. 
Any swimming pool utilizing over 1,000 gallons of water, whether located above- or below-ground, in any of the public water districts of the Town shall have an adequate filtration and recirculation system.
C. 
Before a pool of 1,000 gallons' or more capacity located within any or all public water districts of the Town of East Greenbush shall be filled with water from the public supply, a permit for this purpose shall be requested from the Department, which shall stipulate on what date and between what hours such filling shall take place. Such date and times are to be determined by the Department, and such determination shall be made on the basis of when such use of the water will constitute the least strain on the water supply system. When, in the opinion of the Commissioner, such restriction is unnecessary, the filling permit may be waived.
A. 
All air-conditioning, refrigeration and heating units connected to the public water supply must be of an enclosed fully recirculating pressure type.
B. 
Existing units or installations heretofore installed and not of an enclosed fully recirculating type shall be converted to conform to this chapter within five years from the effective date of this chapter.
A. 
An individual meter shall be required for each separate service line to a premises, except in such areas designated by the Commissioner or Town Board. The users of water shall at no time tamper with the meter. Any tampering with the water meter shall constitute a violation of this chapter.
B. 
The meter shall be supplied by the Department and shall remain the property of the water district in which installation shall be made. Installation of the meter will be made by the Department or by authorized individuals as permitted by the Commissioner of Public Works.
C. 
Submetering will not be permitted.
D. 
Meters larger than two inches shall be compound meters and furnished and installed by the customer, at the owner's expense, and shall be placed in an area designated by the Department, and all expense in connection with its proper housing, including a bypass for testing, shall be borne by the customer. Such meters shall be maintained and repaired at the expense of the customers. A diagram of the pit and proper piping shall be approved by the Department.
E. 
The Department reserved the right to remove, test and repair any meter at any time.
F. 
If any premises is vacated, the consumer may, on written notification to the Department, request that the water meter be removed and stored. During the period the meter is out of service, no charge for water service will be made. When service is again requested, the district will reestablish service for a minimum fee as specified in the fee schedule.
G. 
Meters will, at all times, be protected from freezing. In the event that the meter is damaged by freezing or other external cause, the Department will replace the meter and a bill will be rendered to the consumer for the cost of repairs including labor costs.
H. 
The district will maintain, repair and test when necessary all meters. The Department reserves the right to remove and test the meters as required. In the case of a disputed account involving the accuracy of a meter, the Department will test the meter upon the request of a customer. A one-time exemption may be granted by the Town Supervisor if a meter reading is extremely high compared to normal readings. If it is found that the water usage was not due to a leak or faulty fixture in the residence, the adjusted bill will be based on average usage for a previous quarterly bill during the same time of the year.
I. 
If a meter is not able to be read by the Department, the Department will initiate a request for appointment to access the meter and perform repairs. If the customer does not allow for access to the meter, or fails to respond, a second request will be initiated by certified mail. A service fee in an amount to be set by the Town Board shall be applied to the account. If the customer fails to respond, a third and final request will be initiated by certified mail. If the customer fails to respond, a service fee in an amount to be set by the Town Board shall be applied and the water service to the premises may be discontinued until the Department is able to access the meter.
A. 
All bills are payable in accordance with the terms of the applicable service classification.
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
B. 
Meters will be read and billed quarterly.
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
C. 
The quantity recorded by the meter shall be considered the amount of water passing through the meter, which amount shall be conclusive on both the customer and the Department, except when the meter has been found to be registering inaccurately or has ceased to register. In such cases, the quantity may be determined by the average registration of the new meter, whichever method is representative, in the Department's opinion, of the conditions existing during the period in question.
D. 
All bills are due and payable without penalty 30 days after date thereof. A penalty of 10% of the amount of the bill shall be added to the bill for late payment. Any balances outstanding as of September 30 annually, shall be a relevy to the following year's property taxes. If such charges are not paid within 30 days from the date due the water supply may be discontinued until such charges are paid.
E. 
There shall be filed annually, with the Town Board, a statement showing the unpaid water charges and penalties payable to the Department, with a brief description of the property upon which the water was used, the names of the persons or corporations liable to pay for the same and the amount chargeable to each, for the purpose of having such sums levied as tax against the property liable.
A. 
Water service may be discontinued by the Department for any one of the following reasons:
(1) 
For use of water other than as represented in customers' applications or through branch connections on the street side of the meter or place reserved therefor.
(2) 
For willful waste by use of water through improper and imperfect pipes, or by any other means.
(3) 
For tampering with any service line, seal or meter.
(4) 
For nonpayment of bills for water or services rendered by the Department in accordance with these rules and regulations.
(5) 
For cross-connecting pipes carrying water supplied by the Department with any other source of supply or with any apparatus which may endanger the quality of the Department's water supply.
(6) 
For refusal of reasonable access to the property for the purpose of reading, repairing, testing or removing meters or inspecting water piping and other fixtures.
(7) 
For violation of the rules of the Department as set forth in its rules and regulations.
(8) 
For failure to repair leaky service lines after two days' notice.
B. 
No person shall open or interfere with the fire hydrants or draw water therefrom without permission from the Department or, in case of fire, by the Chiefs of the Fire Departments or their assistants.
C. 
In the interest of public health, the Department will not permit its mains or service lines to be connected in any way to any piping, tank, vat or other apparatus which contains liquids, chemicals or any matter which may flow back into the Department's service lines or mains and consequently endanger the water supply.
D. 
Upon receipt of an application for a new service or for the reinstatement of an existing service, the Department will assume that the piping and fixtures which the service will supply are in proper order to receive same, and the Department will not be liable in any event for any accident, breaks or leakage arising in any connection with the supply of water or failure to supply same.
E. 
Any person who damages any street hydrant shall be liable for the actual damages sustained to the hydrant as well as the loss of water wasted before the hydrant can be shut off.
F. 
The Department undertakes to use reasonable care and diligence to provide a constant supply of water at a reasonable pressure to customers, but reserves the right, at any time, without notice, to shut off the water in its mains for the purposes of making repairs or extensions or for other purposes, and it is expressly agreed that the Department shall not be liable for a deficiency or failure in the supply of water or the pressure thereof for any cause whatsoever nor for any damage thereby or by the bursting or breaking of any main or service line or any attachment to the Department's property. All applicants having boilers upon their premises depending upon the pressure in the Department's pipes to keep them supplied are cautioned against danger of collapse, and all such damage shall be borne exclusively by the applicant.
G. 
In those cases where a customer-owned service line is frozen, the thawing shall be done at the expense of the customer. To avoid a recurrence of freezing, the Department may order an examination of the customer's service line; and, if the same is not at a depth of 60 inches as required, the Department reserves the right to require it to be so relocated before service is resumed.
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
H. 
The Department shall have the right in periods of drought or emergency to restrict the use of water for sprinkling, pools or other outside use or to prohibit such use entirely. Notice of such restriction shall be published by the Commissioner of Public Works in the official Town newspaper, website, Facebook and Nixle.
[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)]
A. 
Bills for water used or services performed by the Department shall be paid to the Receiver of Taxes.
B. 
Water rents, rates, penalties and charges are as may be established by Town Board resolution.
C. 
No bill will be rendered or payment accepted for less than the minimum charge for each billing period.
The procedures to be followed by owners of developments in the Town of East Greenbush who propose to install new water mains shall be in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Department and as enumerated in the following subsections:
A. 
The owner or his engineer shall furnish the Commissioner of Public Works with two prints, and one electronic copy (PDF) of the proposed overall development plan on which are indicated the required water mains appurtenances. The Commissioner shall also furnish to the owner the Department's requirements regarding materials of construction and specifications for pipe, fittings, valves, hydrants and appurtenances. After this plan has been approved by the Commissioner, one copy will be filed with said Department. Maps shall be 24 inches by 36 inches in size drawn to the scale of one inch equals 50 feet.
B. 
Before the owner is ready to file his map with the Department of Health, he shall furnish the Commissioner, for his approval, with a copy of the proposed map, on which will be indicated the size of the water mains and appurtenances along with construction specifications, in writing, which should be consistent with the requirements of the Department furnished under Subsection A above.
C. 
The water mains will be installed under the supervision of the Town-designated engineer record plans of the completed installation shall be furnished to the Department by the owner, in paper form and one electronic copy (PDF) in a form acceptable to the Commissioner of Public Works. All expenses of installation and supervision of new water mains and appurtenances shall be borne by the owner of the development.
D. 
Upon completion of construction, the entire water system must be turned over to the Town. However, before the Town will undertake to take over such water system so Installed in private developments, the developer must transfer its right, title, interest and ownership to the Town for the normal consideration of $1 before they will undertake to keep it in operation and repair. The Town must be furnished satisfactory proof that either the streets in which the water mains are laid have been dedicated and accepted by proper public authority or instruments granting easements to the Town, in a form to be recorded in the Rensselaer County Clerk's office, with a satisfactory title company certificate showing same to be executed by all owners and mortgagees or other lienors and that all valve boxes have been located and placed at the right levels.
E. 
Upon satisfactory completion of the above subsections, the Department will then advise the New York Property Insurance Underwriting accordingly.
All hydrants that are connected to the Town water system whether publicly owned and installed or privately owned and installed shall conform to the specifications as listed below. These specifications establish a standard hydrant throughout Town and allow the Town to stock parts necessary for efficient repairs in the event of traffic damage or normal wear and tear.
A. 
Hydrant shall be Eddy Model F-2640 or equivalent as approved by the Department.
B. 
Hydrant shall be center-stem-type and in accordance with AWWA Standard C-502-85.
C. 
Hydrant shall be compression type with the main valve opening with the water pressure and have a rising stem to positively indicate open or closed position.
D. 
Hydrant shall be furnished with frangible break flange and break coupling at the ground line.
E. 
Bronze stem threads shall be located below the main valve to eliminate necessity of lubrication and in case of damage to hydrant; main valve will remain mechanically closed.
F. 
Hydrant shall have minimum valve opening of either 4 1/2 inches and shoe inlet of six inches.
G. 
Hydrant shall be designed to permit removal of all working parts without special tools or wrenches.
H. 
Hydrant shall have automatic drain, independent of main valve, to provide removal or adjustment without shutting off water and can be cleaned without digging.
The violation of any provision of this chapter shall be an offense of the chapter, which will be punished by a fine not to exceed $10,000 and possible loss of permit.
Water fees for installation of new service, residential and commercial, shall be set by the Commissioner of Public Works upon approval of the Town Board.
If any clause, sentence, section, paragraph or provision of this chapter shall be adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgment shall not affect, impair or invalidate the remainder of this chapter, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, section, paragraph or provision directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment shall have been rendered.