HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-08-10 - Resolution No. 95-15RESOLUTION NO. 95-15
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT
AMENDING THE
RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE RENDITION OF
WATER SERVICE
AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 89-30
WHEREAS, the Rules and Regulations for Rendition of Water Service were adopted by
Resolution No. 31A; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors have, from time to time, amended the Rules and
Regulations for the rendition of Water Service, most recently of which was by
Resolution No. 89-30 adopted on August 24, 1989; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors desire to amend the Rules and Regulations for the
Rendition of Water Service to reflect current practice; eliminate weir and spray
water service; and, establish a Section specifically dedicated to the Backflow
Prevention Program.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water
District as follows:
Section 1: That the Rules and Regulation for the Renditions of Water Service, as attached as
Exhibit A and by this reference incorporated herein, are hereby adopted.
Section 2: That Resolution 89-30 is hereby rescinded effective immediately following adoption
of this Resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of August, 1995 by the following called vote:
AYES: 5- Arthur C. Korn, Michael Beverage, Paul Armstrong, Sterling Fox, &
NOES: 0- Carl Scanlin
ABSENT: 0-
ABSTAIN: o-
Arthur C. Korn, Preod"ent
Yorba Linda Wat tstrict
(SEAL)
A
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i is ertson, Secretary/General Manager
Yorba Linda Water District
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"EXHIBIT A"
RULES AND REGULATIONS
OF THE
YORBA LINDA WATER DISTRICT
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WITH REGARD TO
THE RENDITION OF
WATER SERVICE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Arthur C. Korn. President
Michael J. Beverage, Vice President
Paul R. Armstrong, Board Member
Carl T. Scanlin, Board Member
Sterling L. Fox, Board Member
William J. Robertson, General Manager
Aui,,ust 1995
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1 Definitions of Terms
Section 2 Service Connections
Section 3 Fees, Rates and Deposits
Section 4 Water Usage Regulated
Section 5 Mains, Meters and Fire Hydrants
Section 6 Backflow Protection Program
Section 7 Policy on Water Main and Service Extensions
Section 8 Protection from Damage
Section 9 Powers and Authority of Inspectors
Section 10 Violations
Section 11 Validity
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SECTION 1: DEFINITIONS OF TERMS
Unless the context specifically indicates otherwise. the meaning of terms used in these Rul
Regulations shall be as follows:
1.1 APPLICANT: An individual or agency applying for water service.
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AIR-GAP SEPARATION: The term "air-gap separation" means 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. in no case less than one inch.
1.3 APPROVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE: The term "Approved backflow
prevention device" shall mean devices which have passed laboratory and field evaluation tests
performed by a recognized testing organization which has demonstrated their competency to
perform such tests to the California Department of Health Services.
1.4 APPROVED WATER SUPPLY: The term "approved water supply" means any water supply
whose potability is regulated by a State or local health agency.
1.5 AUXILIARY SUPPLY: The term "auxiliary supply" means any water supply on or available to
the premises other than the approved water supply.
1.6 A'%t'WA STANDARD: The term "AWWA Standard" means an official standard developed and
approved by the American Water Works Association (AWWA).
1.7 BACKFLOW: The term "backflow" shall mean a flow condition, caused by a differential in
pressure, that causes the flow of water or other liquids, gases. mixtures or substances into the
distributing pipes of a potable supply of water from any source or sources other than an
approved water supply source. Backsiphonage is one cause of backflow. Back pressure is the
other cause.
1.8 BOARD OF DIRECTORS: The Board of Directors of the Yorba Linda Water District.
1.9 BOOK SERVICE: Provision of water to premises at the option of the District.
1.10 CITY OR COUNTY: Anv other governmental agency or department thereof having jurisdiction
in the particular matter.
1.11 COMMERCIAL SERVICE: Provision of water for use in the operation of a business.
I.I_' CONTAMINATION: The term "contamination" means a de«radation of the quality of the
potable water by any foreign substance which creates a hazard to the public health or which may
impair the usefulness or quality of the water.
1.13 CONTRACTOR: A person licensed by the State of California to construct water mains.
1.14 CROSS-CONNECTION: The term "cross-connection" means any unprotected actual or
potential connection between a potable water system used to supply water for drinking purposes
and any source or system containing unapproved water or a substance that is not or cannot be
approved as safe, wholesome, and potable. By-pass arrangements, jumper connections,
removable sections, swivel or changeover devices, or other devices through which backflow
could occur, shall be considered to be cross-connections.
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1.15 CUSTOMER OR CONSUMER: An wdi%i;lu,,! .~r j:." nI %
from the Yorba Linda Water District.
1.16 DATE OF PRESENTATION: The date upon ~khi~:h a hill OF nuucc i, M-111cd nor Je11%CrCj to 11"'2
customer.
1.17 DEMAND SERVICE: Provision of water to premises at the option of the consumer.
1.18 DESIGN ENGINEER: A Civil Engineer licensed by the State of California who shall directly
supervise and check the plans and sign his name and registration number thereto.
1.19 DISTRICT: This shall mean the Yorba Linda Water District.
1.20 DISTRICT ENGINEER OR ENGINEER: The eneineer of the District or his authorized agents,
limited by the particular duties entrusted to them.
1.21 DOMESTIC SERVICE: Provision of water for household residential purposes, including water
for sprinkling lawns, gardens and shrubbery, water live stock. washing vehicles, and other
similar and customary purposes.
1.22 DOUBLE CHECK VALVE ASSEMBLY: The term "double check valve assembly" means an
assembly of at least two independently acting check valves including tightly closing shut-off
valves on each side of the check valve assembly and test cocks available for testing the water
tightness of each check valve.
1.23 EMPLOYEE: The term "employee" shall include any person designated by the General
Manager of the District to perform work and labor for the District, excluding contractors and
their employees.
1.24 FIRE PROTECTION SERVICE: Provision of water to premises for automatic fire protection.
1.25 GENERAL MANAGER: The person appointed by the Board of Directors of the District as the
executive officer of the District.
1.26 HEALTH AGENCY: The term "health agency" means the California Department of Health
Services. or the local health agency with respect to a small water system.
1.27 IRRIGATION SERVICE: Provision of water for agricultural, floricultural, or horticultural use.
1.28 LOCAL HEALTH AGENCY: The term "local health agency" means the county or city health
authority.
1.29 MAIN EXTENSION: Extension of distribution pipelines, exclusive of service connections,
beyond eristim., facilities.
1.30 MAINS: Distribution pipelines located in streets, highways, public ways or private rights-of-
ways which are used to serve the general public.
1.31 METER: Measuring device approved by the District.
1.32 METER RATE SERVICE: Provision of water in measured quantities.
1.33 PERSON: The term "person" means an individual, corporation, company, association,
partnership, municipality, public utility, or other public body or institution.
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1.34 "PH": The common logarithm of the reciprocal of hydrogen ions in grams per liter of solution.
1.35 PLANS: Detailed design sheets with plan and profile of proposed water construction shown in
sufficient detail so that it can be constructed.
1.36 PREMISE: The term "premise" means any and all areas on a customers property which is
served or has the potential to be served by the public water system.
1.37 PRONOUNS: Words used herein in the masculine vender include the feminine and neuter, and
vice versa: the singular number includes the plural. and the plural the singular.
1.38 PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM: The term "public water system" means a system for the
pro% ision of piped water to the public for human consumption which has five or more service
connections or regularly serves an average of 25 individuals daily at least 60 days out of the
year.
1.39 RECLAIMED WATER: The term "reclaimed water" means a wastewater which as a result of
treatment is suitable for uses other than potable use.
1.40 REDUCED PRESSURE PRINCIPLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE: The term
"reduced pressure principle backflow prevention device" means a device incorporating two or
more check valves and an automatically operating differential relief valve located between the
two check valves, a tightly closing shut-off valve on each side of the check valve assembly, and
equipped with necessary test cocks for testing.
1.41 SECTIONS: The parts into which these rules are divided.
1.42 SERVICE CONNECTION: This includes the tapping connection, the pipe, valves, meter, and
other facilities by means of which water is conducted from the distribution main to the outlet
side of the meter and the beginning of the consumer's pipe.
1.43 "SHALL": is mandatory. "May" is permissive.
1.44 SPECIFICATIONS: The Standard Plans and Specifications for the Construction of Water
Facilities in the Yorba Linda Water District.
1.45 TECHNICAL TERMS: Unless otherwise specifically defined herein, or unless the context
requires a different meaning, all words, terms and phrases having a well known or technical
meaning shall be so construed.
1.46 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION METERS: Measuring devise installed on Fire Hydrants to
provide construction water.
1.47 TEMPORARY SERVICE: Water service existing or effective for a finite period of time, not
permanent.
1.48 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT: "USA" is an information center that notifies its
members of impending excavation at or near their underground installations. California law
makes it mandatory for all those who plan to do any digging or excavating to inform a regional
notification center such as USA at least two days in advance. USA can be contacted at 1-1110-
422-4133-
1.49 WATERCOURSE: A channel in which a flow of water occurs, either continuously or
intermittently.
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1.50 WATER SUPPLIER: The ter:,;
approved water suppl} s', stem;
1.51 WATER USER: The
water supply system.
1.52 ZANJERO: The emplc%ee designated by the General vlanager with whom all booked water
shall be arranged for betore the water is used. except for service in Block 36, and this shall be
arranged for with any operator at Booster Plant No. 1.
SECTION 2: SERVICE CONNECTIONS
2.1 APPLICATION FOR SERVICE CONNECTION: An application for a service connection
must be made at the District Office. The applicant shall specify the size of the service and
meter to be installed. the property to be served. and the purpose for which the water is to be
used. The information supplied by the applicant in such application shall be considered as
authoritative and final. If any error in such application shall cause the installation of a service
connection that is improper whether in size or location, the cost of all changes required shall be
borne by the applicant.
When a service connection is installed and the meter set and the water is turned on or left to be
turned on by the consumer at their convenience, and the proper application for water service has
been signed, the charge for water service shall begin. If water service is not required when the
service connection is installed whether or not the meter is set, the applicant must order the angle
stop or gate valve governing the supply to be left shut off and sealed to avoid charge for service,
and when service is required the consumer must make proper application for water service. See
Section No. 3.13 for Application for Water Service.
NOTE: The paragraph immediately preceding does not apply to Automatic Fire Sprinkler
Service or booked irrigation service.
All applicants for water service shall also comply with the Rules and Regulations of the Yorba
Linda Water District %%ith regard to the rendition of Sewer Service.
2.2 SERVICES TO SEPARATE PREMISES: Each house or building under separate ownership
must be provided with its own service connection or connections. Two or more houses or
buildings under one ownership and on the same lot or parcel of land may be supplied through
one service connection. or a separate service connection may be installed for each building.
2.3 IRRIGATION SERVICE THROUGH SINGLE METER FOR SEVERAL SEPARATE
PARCELS: Where two or more parcels under separate ownership are presently irrigated through
one meter service to the separate parcels through one meter may continue subject to the
following conditions:
I ) That the consumer first in order of service from the service connection shall guarantee in
writing the payment of the water bill for all water registered through the meter.
2) The District shall read the meter and bill for the water used in the same manner and
procedure a> other irrigation services. The District shall not be responsible for individual
readin,s or calculations.
3) Each multiple service may he permitted subject to heing discontinued 30 day,, after being
scr,.cd written notice by the District to said consunicr or consumers.
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-l) Any safe of property shall require separate service for the portion sold and the remaining
portion. This. howe,,er. shall be limited only to the consumer who makes the sale.
This section shall apply only to services of this nature. which were in operation at the time
the District took over operation on January 1. 1960.
2.4 NUMBER OF BUILDINGS ON SINGLE SERVICE: The District reserves the right to limit
the number of houses or buildings, or the area of the land under one ownership. to be supplied
by one service connection.
2.5 SERVICE OWNERSHIP WHEN PROPERTY IS SUBDIVIDED: When property provided
with a service connection is subdivided the service connection shall be considered as belonging
to the lot or parcel of land which it directly enters or the property which is first served in the
event the consumers pipe crosses other property to reach the property to be served.
2.6 SERVICE CONNECTION SUPPLYING ADJOINING PROPERTY. A service connection
shall not be used to supply adjoining property of a different owner or to supply property of the
same owner or opposite sides of a public street or alley.
2.7 INTERFERING WITH PIPES: No person shall, without the permission of the General
Manager or his duly appointed agents or employees, remove, change, disturb, or in any way
tamper with or interfere with any of the facilities, apparatus, appliances or property used or
maintained for the production. storage, or supply of water by the District to consumers thereof:
nor shall any person without the permission of the General Manager install any pipe, apparatus,
appliance or connection to any part of the system of the District.
SECTION 3: FEES. RATES AND DEPOSITS
3.1 SERVICE FEE: Each application for water service from mains installed by someone other than
applicant who had not heretofore, either in person or through a predecessor in interest, paid a
Service Fee with respect to the property to be served, shall, before such application will he acted
upon or water furnished pursuant thereto, pay to the District cash for a Service Fee in the
amount set forth herein before applicant is allowed to commence work related to water service
by the District. All land in Improvement District No. I and 2 is excluded from this provision
of the Rules and Regulations:
3.1.1.1 LAND PROPERLY STOCKED:
A. Land properly stocked (that is 1 share to the acre for all use, excepting homes
which shall have had a minimum of 1/2 share per unit) with Yorba Linda Water
Company Stock as of December 31, 1959, and which can obtain service in
compliance with the other requirements of these Rules and Reaulations from
mains which were in use as of December 31, 1959, will not be required to pay a
Service Fee.
B. Land properly stocked (that is I share to the acre for all use. excepting homes
which shall have had a minimum of 1/2 share per unit) with the Yorba Linda Water
Company Stock as of December 31, 1959, and which cannot obtain service in
compliance with the other requirements of these Rules and Regulations from
mains which were in use as of December 31. 1950, will be required to pay a
Service Fee as calculated in Section 11.2 herein.
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3.1.1.2 LAND NOT PROPERLY STOCKED: Land not properly stocked ithat is i share to
the acre for all uses. excepting homes which shall have a minimum of 1/2 share per
unit) with Yorba Linda Water Compam Stock as of December 3 i . 1959 shall pa% a
Service Fee as calculated in Section 3.1.2 herein.
3.1.2 SERVICE FEE CALCULATION:
3.1.2.1 CONNECTION TO NIAINS INSTALLED BEFORE AUGUST 11. 1988: The
Service Fee for connection to a water main installed before Auoust 1988 shall be
calculated by multiplying the front footage of the property served. and number of
applicable fire hydrants by the Service Fees pursuant to the Water Development and
Processing Fees Resolution. Service fees shall be refunded in accordance with Section
7.10 of these Rules and Regulations.
3.1.2.1.1 IRREGULAR PARCELS: Irregular shaped parcels shall be charged at the
rates previously identified in Section 3.1.2.1, or at the per acre rate for
gross area including property to center line of streets, whichever is greater.
The Irregular Parcel rate shall be pursuant to the Water Development and
Processing Fees Resolution.
3.1.2.1.2 MINIMUM CHARGE: The minimum Service Fee shall be pursuant to
the Water Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
3.1.2.1.3 FRONTAGE FEE IF MAIN DOES NOT IMMEDIATELY JOIN THE
PROPERTY: The Service Fee shall apply in the event a main does not
immediately join the property and applicant desires to extend a private
ser, ice line from the main line to the property being served. This fee may
be used by the District to assist in the extension of a main past this
property when other applicants desire to extend the main.
3.1.2.2 CONNECTION TO MAINS INSTALLED AFTER AUGUST I l. 1988: The Service
Fee for connection to water mains installed by others after August 11. 1948 shall be
based on the applicants proportionate share of the final cost of the main extension. as
determined in accordance with Section 7.3. I. divided by the total acreage served by the
main extension. Service Fees shall he refunded in accordance with Section 7.11 of
these Rules and Regulations.
3.2 METER CONNECTION FEE: Each applicant shall pay the District the applicable Meter
Connection Fees pursuant to the Water Development and Processin* Fees Resolution, before
applicant is allowed to commence work related to water service by the District:
3.2.1 METERS UP TO 2 INCHES: The District shall charge and collect in advance. a
Meter Fee for the installation of water meters up to 2 inches in size. A traffic box
shall be required for meter settings where, in the District's opinion, the box is subjected
to vehicle traffic, e.g. in driveways and parking lots. The extra charge for traffic boxes
shall be added to the Meter Fee.
The Meter Fee. and charge for traffic boxes, shall be pursuant to the Water
Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
3.2 .2 METERS LARGER THAN'_ INCHES: Meters larger than'_ inches shall he installed
for a sum equal to the actual cost of labor and materials to install such meter and
appurtenances plus overhead. The cost of such installation shall he estimated by the
District. and such estimated cost shall be paid by the applicant to the District hcfore the
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work of connectin! the main with the property is commenced. Whenever the estimated
cost is not sufficient to cover the total expense for labor. material. and overhead. the
deficit shall be charged to and paid by applicant. Am excess payment shall be returned
to the applicant.
3.2. _33 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION METERS: When a temporary construction meter is
requested. and service can be provided by a standard fire hydrant type of construction
meter, the applicant shall deposit an amount pursuant to the Water Development and
Processing Fees Resolution. For any temporary service other than a fire hydrant type of
construction meter. the applicant shall be responsible for installation and removal of all
pipes. valves. fittings and appurtenances required for installation of a non-standard fire
hydrant construction meter.
3.3 OTHER SERVICE FEES: Each application approved by the District shall pay to the District
cash for all applicable Other Service Fees in the amount set forth herein before applicant is
allowed to commence work related to water service by the District:
3.3.1 ADMINISTRATIVE FEE: An Administrative Fee shall be imposed on a per job basis
for each application and shall be pursuant to the Water Development and Processing
Fees Resolution.
3.3.2 PLAN CHECK FEE: A Plan Check Fee shall be imposed on a per connection basis for
each service connection identified in the application and shall be pursuant to the Water
Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
1,333 INSPECTION FEE: An Inspection Fee shall be imposed on a per connection basis for
each service connection identified in the application and shall be pursuant to the Water
Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
33.4 RECORDS AND BILLING FEE: A Records and Billin= Fee shall be imposed on a per
connection basis for each service connection identified in the application and shall be
pursuant to the Water Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
3.3.5 SINGLE SERVICE FEE: A Single Service Fee shall be imposed on a service
connection, to a single lot where the water main already exists and where, in the
District's judgment. it is not necessary to process an application. The Single Service
Fee shall be pursuant to the Water Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
3.4 INSTALLATION BY APPLICANT: The applicant shall be responsible for the installation of
all pipe, valves. fittings. fire hydrants, service lines and appurtenances required to obtain water
service from the District. Applicant shall indemnify and hold the District it's Directors, officers
and emplovees harmless from any loss or damage that may be directly occasioned by the
installation of the water facilities. All materials, and installation, shall conform to the
District's Standard Plans and Specifications, and shall he subject to the inspection and
acceptance by the District.
3.5 WATER RATES: The water rates to be charged and collected monthly or bimonthly as may be
determined by the General Manager of the District from consumers of water supplied by the
District are established pursuant to the Water Rate Resolution, and the General Manager is
hereby authorized and directed to charge and collect the same.
IRRIGATION SERVICE LIMITS: Irrigation Service whether booked or demand is only
available in accordance with the terms and conditions as adopted by the Metropolitan Water
District from time to time.
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COMBLNATION SERVICE LIMITS: Combination service shall ,)nly apple to 1-1/2 inch
meters and larger. pro\ ided that a written agreement is filed at the District and the service
complies with the terms and conditions of the Metropolitan Water District. Combination
service applies only to existing services and no ne%t. ser'tces «lll he ac,etrted under this Section.
3.6 TEMPORARY SER%'ICS
A. TEMPORARY SERVICE: Application shall be made to the District for any temporary
service desired by contractors and builders for water to be used in construction work. Upon
the deposit of a temporary meter fee as defined in Section 3.2.3, a meter shall be furnished
for such service. The fee for temporary water service shall be pursuant to the Water Rate
Resolution.
If in the determination of the District the setting of a meter is impracticable or
uneconomical for the supply of construction water, the charges for such unmetered water
shall be two times the Domestic Water Rate, pursuant to the Water Rate Resolution. times
the estimated number of units used.
B. TEMPORARY UNTREATED WATER: Application shall be made to the District for all
temporary untreated water received directly through Metropolitan Water District and the
Municipal Water District of Orange County for construction purposes only. The fee for
Temporary Untreated Water shall be pursuant to the Water Development and Processing Fees
Resolution.
3.7 PRIVATE FIRE SERVICE RATES: The monthly rates for private fire service protection shall
be pursuant to the Water Rate Resolution.
3.8 PRIVATE FIRE PROTECTION: The applicant shall furnish and install all piping, valves,
regulators. appendages. fire detector check, backflow prevention device and/or other approved
devices. The by-pass meter will be furnished by the District.
3.9 WATER RATES PAYMENT OF WATER RATES: Whenever the distribution line of the
District water system shall be duly connected with the premises of any person and the water
turned on to such premises the charges for water shall he a charge against the person in
possession of the premises who used the water, and the charges shall continue so long as the
water is turned on to said premises whether the same is actually used or not.
3.10 WATER BILLS. DUE DATES AND ADDITIONAL SERVICES: All water bills shall be due
and payable upon presentation and shall become delinquent 27 days thereafter. Provided further,
all charges for labor furnished as well as all other service charges shall constitute a valid and
subsisting claim in favor of the District and against the owner of the property and/or the person
to whom such services are rendered. All accounts shall become due and payable upon
presentation and if not paid on or before the expiration of 27 days after presentation. the District
may through their representative turn off the water and discontinue such service. In case the
water is turned off or a service representative has been sent to turn off the water for nonpayment,
as herein provided, it shall not be turned on again until all legitimate charges for services
rendered. together with the charge for reestablishing the water service have been paid. The
charges for additional services and required deposits are as follows:
A. NOTICE OF DISCONTINUANCE: An account will he considered delinquent if payment
of a water hill is not received within the 27 days allowed. A Notice of Discontinuance will
he posted on the property where water service was rendered upon becoming delinquent. The
Notice will indicate the amount due, the scheduled shut-off date and where to remit
payment. The charge for this service shall he pursuant to the Water Development and
Processing Fees Resolution
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B. SHUT - OFF DUE TO NONPAYMENT: Water service may be discontinued if payment of
all legitimate charges are not received within the time period allowed. A representative of
the District will be sent to the property where water service was rendered to disconnect the
service and post a notice of the shut-off. The charge to send a service representative to turn
off water for nonpayment shall be pursuant to the Water Development and Processing Fees
Resolution.
C. REESTABLISHING SERVICE: The charge for reestablishing water service after shut-off
due to nonpayment. between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
excluding holidays. shall be pursuant to the Water Development and Processing Fees
Resolution. Water Service will be reestablished only after payment of all legitimate charges
and required deposits have been received by the District.
D. CALLOUTS AFTER HOURS: The charge for callouts of District representatives for the
purpose of reestablishment of water service, before 7:30 a.m. or after 4:30 p.m. Monday
through Friday and on holidays, shall be pursuant to the Water Development and Processing
Fees Resolution.
E. TAMPERED LOCKS: The District may place a lock on a water meter to prevent
unauthorized use. A tampered lock will result in a charge pursuant to the Water
Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
F. METER REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT: A meter may necessitate removal if repeatedly
used without authorization by the District, and the charge for removal and resultant
replacement . after payment of any other outstanding charges shall be pursuant to the Water
Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
G. DEPOSITS: Deposits will be required from each customer account that fails to make
payment of all legitimate District charges within the time period allowed, thereby causing
said account to become delinquent and scheduled for shut-off due to nonpayment. as defined
in Section 3.I0.13 of these Rules and Regulations. A residential customer account will be
required to deposit an amount which shall be pursuant to the Water Development and
Processing Fees Resolution. A commercial or irrigation customer will be required to pay
deposits according to their meter size, and such deposits shall be pursuant to the Water
Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
The deposit required by this Section shall be collected by the District, in the same manner
and at the same time as other fees, and charges collected to reconnect service pursuant to
Section 3. 10. et. seq.. of these Rules and Regulations.
The deposit required by this Section will be applied to a customer's account and/or the
balance refunded after two vears of timely payments. In the event a customer account
becomes delinquent, and appears on the Notice of Discontinuance list as defined in Section
3. IO.A of these Rules and Regulations. during the two year period, the District will retain
the deposit on hand and start a new two year period. Upon termination of service, the
deposit required by this Section will he applied to their account and/or the balance refunded.
A reconnect due to shut-off for nonpayment of any water bill may be cause for requiring a
deposit, as detennined by the General Manager or his designee.
3.11 CHANGE OF ADDRESS: Failure to receive mail will not he recognised as it valid excuse for
failure to pay w:uer rates when due. Change in occupancy of property supplied with District
water and chainucs in mailin-,, addresses of consumers of District water must he filed at the
District of l icc.
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3.12 ADJUSTMENT OF RTES: The General `tanager may adjust and grant rebates from the rate,,
herein pro% ided in the event of any dispute as to a charge to a consumer provided. however, that
all persons affected thereby shall have the right to file an appeal of such determination with the
District Board within 10 days after receipt of the Manager's decision. The decision of the Board
in respect thereto shall be final and conclusive as to all parties.
3.13 APPLICATION FOR SERVICE: Customers desiring water service shall make applications for
water service at the District office. The information required in all instances where application
is made for water shall include among other information the name and address of applicant.
description of the property where water service is desired, together with the applicant's status as
owner or lessee. and description of facilities to be connect, home and work telephone number.
and Social Security number. In no event shall a connection be made that has not been first
approved by the District. Should applicant subsequently cancel one or more items of service,
such cancellation shall not change or affect the terms of his application in respect to the
remaining item or items of service.
3.14 RENEWING SERVICE: Each consumer having previously obtained water service from the
District and desiring to renew the use of water shall notify the District office for renewal of
water service and upon payment of all unpaid charges, if any. together with any turn on charge
imposed by Section 3.9 or 3.10 the water will be turned on.
3.15 METER FAILURE: If a meter fails to register during any period or is known to register
inaccurately, the consumer shall be charged with an average daily consumption according to the
season as shown by the meter when in use and registering accurately.
3.16 CHANGE OF METER LOCATION: Any person desiring to change the location of a service
that has already been installed shall make application to the District and upon payment in
advance of the cost of time and materials including excavating and repaving and overhead as
estimated by the District will cause such change to be made.
3.17 CHANGE OF FIRE HYDRANT OR AIR VACUUM/AIR RELEASE VALVE LOCATION:
Fire hydrants and Air Vacuum/Air Release Valves shall he installed in the location specified by
the District. If a property owner or other party desires a change in the size, type or location of
such fire hydrants or Air Vacuum/Air Release Valves. they he shall file a written application
with the District and comply with Section 3.3.5 and 3.4 of these Rules and Regulations. Any
change in the location of a fire hydrant or Air Vacuum/Air Release Valve must he approved by
the District and shall not adversely impact surrounding properties.
3.18 METER TEST: Where the accuracy of record of a water meter is questioned it shall he removed
at the consumer's written request and shall in his presence be tested in the shops of' the District
by means of the apparatus there provided and a report thereon duly made. Both parties to the
test must accept the findings so made. If the test discloses that the meter is registering over or
under three percent (3c7( ) more or less water than actually passes through it, another meter will
he substituted therefore and the excess or deficit of the consumption on the three previous
readings shall be credited or charged to the consumer's meter account. In all cases the consumer,
or his authorized representative. desiring the test shall be present at the test and the test shall be
conducted during normal working hours of the District. If the test indicates the meter reads
accurately (plus or minus 3%). the charge for the meter test shall be pursuant to the Water
Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
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SECTION 4: WATER USAGE REGULATED
4.1 SUPPLYING ANOTHER PERSON:
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1. Water shall not be supplied to any person other than the occupants of the consumers own
premises except as provided for in this Section.
2. Provided however such consumer having first made application with the District and is
issued a permit therefore may supply water to a holder of a contract for public improvement
and/or provided a temporary and permissive service to another.
3. Such permit as provided for in Section 4. 1.2 shall be denied to any person who is indebted
to the District for anv former water or damage charges or who has in fact, prior to such
application. failed to comply with the aforesaid provision or provisions of any previous
permit issued to him.
4.2 WASTE IN PLUMBING: Any person who as owner or occupant of any premises fails, refuses,
or neglects to maintain such premises with plumbing of such character and quality as to prevent
the wasting of water shall, ten (10) days after being served by the District by written notice of
such intention, have all water service discontinued pending such repair.
4.3 IRRIGATION, SPRINKLING. ETC.: The use of water for irrigation. sprinkling. wetting,
construction or industrial purposes. may be restricted if and when such use be contrary to the
public safety or welfare as determined by the District.
4.4 OUTSIDE DISTRICT WATER CONSUMERS: Sale may be made to consumers outside the
District in accordance with all rules, regulations and rates only on the recommendation of the
General Manager and with the approval of the Board of Directors.
The water rate for water served outside of the District boundaries is established at the water rate
previously established for water served within the District boundaries multiplied by two.
4.5 SHUTTING OFF WATER FOR REPAIRS: The District reserves the right to shut off water in
their mains for the purpose of making repairs or for any other purposes found necessary. The
District shall not be responsible for any damages which may occur due to water shut-offs. The
owner and/or consumer shall be conclusively presumed to have taken all necessary precautions
in compliance with the building code in anticipation of emergency shut-offs. Where a planned
shut-off is made every effort shall be made by the District to notify the consumers.
4.6 WATER PRESSURES: The District shall endeavor to maintain such pressures as recommended
by the Board of Fire Underwriters. In the event any consumer deems that pressures are
inadequate, the consumer shall furnish at his own expense whatever devices are necessary to
boost the pressure for his own premises. In the event water pressures are in excess of any
consumers normal requirements. it shall be the responsibility of such water consumer to install
such devices on his own premises to protect his plumbing and/or to reduce the pressure for his
normal needs.
SECTION 5: MAINS. :METERS AND FIRE HYDRANTS
5.1 CHANGES AND/OR DAMAGES TO MAINS AND FITTINGS: Any street improvements
which are to be performed which will cause the relocation of existing water mains, fittings,
meters or other water equipment must have the approval of the District. The District shall be
given a written notice a minimum often ( 10) days prior to start of construction of the approved
project. Any changes which are required or any damages which may occur to such mains,
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fittings, meters or other water equipment without fault or negligence of the District shall be
chargeable to the person or agency requiring said work to be done.
5.2 BY-PASS CONNECTIONS: Any by-pass or connection around the meter between the service
and the main shall be prohibited except those installed to permit the removal of meters for
testing and repair. The control salves shall be sealed by the District and said seal broken only
by District employees. All water used, except as provided in case of private fire service, shall
pass through the meter.
5.3 SHUT-OFF VALVES: All shut-off valves and angle stops are for the use of the District. Such
shut-off valves or angle stops shall not be used or altered in any way or manipulated by the
consumer except in extreme emergency. For ordinary usage all consumers shall provide their
own valves and shut-off cocks between the water meter and the first outlet placed by the
consumer. Excepted herefrom are irrigation services. For irrigation service the District's valve
may be used at the option of the District.
5.4 METERS:
A. SIZING METERS: The District shall determine the size of the meter required. Where
service conditions chance, the District, through the General Manager or his authorized
representative, shall at his discretion have installed a meter of proper size to meet the
present conditions. The District shall then bill or refund as required.
B. RIGHT TO METER: The District reserves the right to meter any service and apply the
established rates.
C. SEALING METERS: All meters will be sealed by the District and no seal shall be altered
or broken except by one of its authorized employees or agents.
5.5 CHANGE OF METER:
A. CHANGE IN SIZE OF METER: A change in the size of a meter either an increase or a
decrease shall be made as follows:
1. !METERS OTHER THAN IRRIGATION TYPES: The charce for the exchange of
meters shall be the charge for a meter of the size to be installed less 1009x, of the
current cost of a meter only of the size to be removed. This difference to be either
billed or refunded.
IRRIGATION TYPE METER TO BE EXCHANGED FOR ANOTHER IRRIGATION
TYPE METER: The provisions set forth herein above in Section 5.5.A.1 shall apply
and be used when the consumer desires to exchange an irrigation type meter for another
irrigation type meter whether it be larger or smaller in size, except that no refund shall
be made in the event a reduction in the size of the meter is desired and a refund would
be available in accordance with the provisions of Section 5.5.A.1.
IRRIGATION TYPE METER TO BE EXCHANGED FOR A METER OTHER
THAN OF THE IRRIGATION TYPE OR OTHER FACILITIES: if the consumer
desires to exchange an irrigation type meter for a meter other than of the irrigation type
or other facilities he may so do as set forth in Section 5.5.A.1 except that the
allowance for the meter to be used in all calculations shall be pursuant to the Water
Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
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In the event that the allowance for the meter set forth herein is greater than the cost of
another meter or facility. or if no meter or facilities are to be installed towards which the
allowance may be applied. then such allowance or balance thereof shall he applied towards
anv other monies owed to the District and if no monies are owed to the District. then said
monies shall be refunded to the consumer.
If the consumer desires the meter in place of the allowance. he may receive the meter by
signing for the meter showing that he has received it. In this event he may dispose of the
meter as he desires.
B. CURRENT COST OF METER: The current cost of a meter as used above shall be
pursuant to the Water Development and Processing Fees Resolution.
C. CHANGE OF METERS WHERE CHANGE OF SERVICE LINE IS REQUIRED: If the
change of meter, either an increase or decrease in size requires a change in service line size,
it shall be the consumers responsibilities to construct the new service line pursuant to
Section 7 herein.
5.6 METERS. PROPERTY OF DISTRICT: All water services and water meters installed or
required to be installed by the District shall remain at all times the property of the District and
shall be maintained, repaired and renewed by the District when rendered unserviceable by normal
wear and tear. Where replacements. repair or adjustments of any meter are rendered necessary by
an act resulting from malice, carelessness or neglect of the consumer or any member of his
family or anyone emplo} ed by him and any damage which may result from hot water, or steam
from water heater, boiler or otherwise shall be charged to and paid for by such consumer to the
District on presentation of a bill therefore: and in case such bill is not paid, the meter shall be
shut off from such premises and shall not be turned on again until all charges are paid. No
person shall interfere with or remove from any service any water meter where it has been so
attached.
5.7 METER LOCATION: All meters of the District shall he placed at the curb line of the street. or
near the property line in alleys. or as close to the water main in all other cases whenever and
wherever practicable and be protected and maintained as a part of the operation of the District.
No property shall be served where the property line is more than 100 feet from the nearest main.
5.8 METERS INSIDE PREMISES: Where a water meter is placed inside the premises of a
consumer for the convenience of said consumer provisions shall he made for convenient meter
reading and repairing by representatives of the District. Failure to make provisions by the
consumer shall he sufficient cause for removal of such meter at the option of the District and
the withholdin , of service until installation is made at the curb line as herein provided.
5.9 CONSUMER'S RESPONSIBILITY: The District shall in no way whatsoever be responsible
for any damage to person or property because of any leakage, breakage or seepage from, or
accident or damaL*e to anv meter or pipe situated within any private premises, and said District
shall not he responsible for any leakage. breakage, or seepage from any pipe situated between
any meter properly installed at the curb and the private premises served thereby, nor shall said
District be responsible for or on account of any damage, injury or loss occasioned directly or
indirectly by the existence of any meter or pipe situated upon private property.
5.10 USE OF FIRE HYDRANTS: Public fire hydrants shall he located, maintained and repaired by
the District. Anv damage thereto by persons or agency other than representatives of the Fire
Department and Water District shall he a claim against the person or agency committing such
damauc, and the District shall take action as may he necessary to collect the same. Fire
hydrants are provided primarily for the purpose of extinguishing hies and shall he used
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and Fire Department or such persons as may be authorized to do so b~ the Chief of the Fire
Department or the General Manager of the NVater District.
5.11 FIRE HYDRANTS. PERMIT FOR: All unauthorized use of water through a fire hydrant is a
violation of these Rules and Regulations. All persons desiring to use water through fire
hydrants. or other hydrants. owned or controlled by the District shall be required to obtain a
permit from the District in compliance with Section 3.2.3 and 3.6 of these Rules &
Regulations. The District shall issue no such permit to any person who has violated any of the
provisions of these Rules and Regulations or whose indebtedness to the District for water used
or damage to hydrants or equipment is delinquent. All such persons having permit for use of
water from the fire hydrants shall use hydrant wrenches for the operation of such fire hydrants.
All water used through a fire hydrant shall have its flow regulated by a control valve placed on
the 7ydrant nozzle with the measuring device. both provided by the District after the deposit is
made in compliance with Section 3.13 and 3.6 of these Rules and Regulations.
The main valve of the h-,drant shall be used only to turn the service on and off at the beginning
and end of service from the hydrant excepting that the main valve shall be used to turn the fire
hydrant off at the end of each work day and the control valve and meter shall be removed so as to
leave the fire hydrant ready for use by the Fire Department during the night. Said main valve
shall be either completeh. open or closed at all times.
5.12 FIRE HYDRANTS. CANCELLATION OF PERMIT: Permit for the use of water through the
fire hydrants of the District may be canceled at the will of the District on evidence that the
holder thereof is or has violated the privileges conveyed thereunder. Such notice of cancellation
shall be in writing delivered or mailed to the persons to be notified and shall be immediately
effective and enforced.
5.13 OBSTRUCTING FIRE HYDRANTS: No person shall obstruct the access to any fire hydrant
by placing around or thereon any stone, brick, lumber, dirt or other material or willfully or
carelessly injure the same. or open or operate any fire hydrant, or draw or attempt to draw water
therefrom except as provided in Sections 5.10 and 5.11.
SECTION 6.0: B.-%CKFLO%V PREVENTION PROGRAM
6.1 PURPOSE: The purpose of these rules is (1) to protect the public water supply against actual
or potential cross connection by isolating within the premise contamination that may occur
because of some undiscovered or unauthorized cross-connection on the premises; (2) to eliminate
existing connections between drinking water systems and other sources of water that are not
approved as safe and potable for human consumption; (3) to eliminate cross-connections
between drinking water svstems and sources of contamination; (4) to prevent the making of
cross-connections in the future.
These rules comply with the State of California Administrative Code. Title 17. (Commencing
with Section 7533) - Public Health entitled "Regulations Relating to Cross-Connections".
It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation at any time to make or maintain or cause to
be made or maintained. temporarily or permanently, for any period of" time whatsoever, any
cross-connection between plumbing pipes or water fixtures being served with water by the
District and anv other source of water supply or to maintain any sanitary fixture or other
appurtenances or fixtures: which by reason of their construction may cause or allow backflow of
water or other substances into the water supply system of the District and/or the service of water
pipes or fixtures of am consumer of the District.
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6.2 CROSS-CONNECTION PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS:
A. GENERAL PROVISIONS:
1. Unprotected cross-connections with the District water supply are prohibited.
2. Whenever backflow- protection has been found necessary, the District will require the
water user to install an approved backflow prevention device by and at his/her expense
for continued services or before a new service will be granted.
Whenever backflow protection has been found necessary on a water supply line
entering a water user's premises, then any and all water supply lines from the District's
mains entering such premises, buildings or structures shall be protected by an approved
backflow prevention device. The type of device to be installed will be in accordance
with the requirements of these rules.
B. WHERE PROTECTION IS REQUIRED:
Each service connection from the District water system for supplying water to
premises having an auxiliary water supply shall be protected against backflow of water
from the premises into the public water system unless the auxiliary water supply is
accepted as an additional source by the District, and is approved by the public health
agency having jurisdiction.
Each service connection from the District water system for supplying water to any
premises on which any substance is handled in such fashion as may allow its entry
into the water system shall be protected against backflow of the water from the
premises into the public system. This shall include the handling of process waters and
waters originating from the District water system, which have been subjected to
deterioration in sanitary quality.
Backtlow, prevention devices shall be installed on the service connection to any
premises having (a) internal cross-connections that cannot be permanently corrected and
controlled to the satisfaction of the state or local health department and the District. or
(b) intricate plumbing and piping arrangements or where entry to all portions of the
premises is not readily accessible for inspection purposes, making it impracticable or
impossible to ascertain whether or not cross-connections exist.
C. TYPE OF PROTECTION REQUIRED:
I . The type of protection that shall be provided to prevent backflow into the approved
water supply shall be commensurate with the degree of hazard that exists on the
consumer's premises. The type of protective device that may be required (listing in an
increasing level of protection) includes: Double Check Valve Assembly (DC),
Reduced Pressure Principle Backtlow Prevention Device (RP), and an Air-gap
separation (AG). The water user may choose a higher level of protection than required
by the District. The minimum type of backflow protection required to protect the
approved water supply at the user's water connection to premises with varying degrees
of" hazard are given in Table I. Situations which are not covered in Table I shall be
evaluated on a case by case basis and the appropriate backflow protection shall be
determined by the District or health agency.
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TABLE I
TYPE OF BACKFLO«V PROTECTION REQUIRED
Degree of Hazard
(a) SE«ERaGE AND HAZARDOUS WASTES:
(1) Premises where the public water system is
used to supplement the reclaimed water supply.
(2) Premises where there are wastewater pumping and/or
treatment plants and there is no interconnection with the
potable water system. This does not include a single
family residence that has a sewage lift pump. A RP
may be provided in lieu of an AG if approved by the
health aoencv and the District.
(3) Premises where reclaimed water is used and there is no
interconnection with the potable water system. A RP
may be provided in lieu of an AG if approved by the
health aoencv and the District.
(4) Premises where hazardous substances are handled in
any manner in which the substances may enter a
potable water svstem. This does not include a single
family residence that has a sewage lift pump. A RP
may he provided in lieu of an AG if approved by the
health aoencv and the District.
("5) Premises where there are irrisation svstems into which
fertilizers. herbicides, or pesticides are. or can be, injected.
(b) AU\ILIARY WATER SUPPLIES:
(1) Premises where there is an unapproved auxiliary
water supply which is interconnected with the
public water system. A RP or DC may be provided
in lieu of an AG if approved by the health agency
and the District.
Premises where there is an unapproved auxiliary
water supply and there are no interconnections with
the public water system. A DC may be provided in lieu
of a RP if approved by the health agency and District.
Alin. Tvne of
Back-flow
Prevention
AG
AG
AG
AG
RP
AG
RP
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(c) FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS:
(1) Premises where the fire system is directly supplied
from the public water system and there is an unapproved
auxiliary water supply on or to the premises (not
interconnected).
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(2) Premises where the fire system is supplied from the AG
public %%ater system and interconnected with an
unapproved auxiliary water supple. A RP may be
provided in lieu of an AG if approved by the health
a«ency and District.
(3) Premises where the fire system is supplied from DC
the public water system and where either elevated
storage tanks or fire pumps which take suction from
the private reservoirs or tanks are used.
(d) RESTRICTED PREMISES OR HISTORY OF CROSS CONNECTIONS:
(1) Premises where entry is restricted so that inspections RP
for cross-connections cannot be made with sufficient
frequency or at sufficiently short notice to assure that
cross-connections do not exist.
(2) Premises where there is a repeated history of cross- RP
connections being established or reestablished.
(e) MULTIPLE SERVICE CONNECTIONS
(1) Two or more services supplying water from different street mains to the same
building. structure, or premises through which an interstreet main flow may
occur. shall have at least a standard check valve on each water service to be
located adjacent to and on the property side of the respective meters.
(2) Such check valve shall not be considered adequate if backflow protection is
deemed necessary to protect the District's mains from pollution or
contamination; in such cases the installation of approved backflow devices at
such service connections shall be required.
6.3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES
A. APPROVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES:
1. Only backflow prevention devices which have been approved by the District shall be
acceptable for installation by a water user connected to the District's potable water
svstem.
2. The District will provide, upon request, to any affected customer a list of approved
backflow prevention devices.
B. BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE INSTALLATION: Backflow prevention devices
shall be installed in a manner prescribed in Section 7603, Title 17 of the California
Administrative Code. Location of the devices should be as close as practical to the user's
connection. The District shall have the final authority in determining the required location
of a backflow prevention device. All Backflow Prevention Device installations shall be in
accordance with the Yorba Linda Water District Standard Specifications For Construction of
Water Mains, latest edition.
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C. BACKFLO%V PREVENTION DEVICE TESTING AND MAINTENANCE:
The o~%ners of any premises on which, or on account of which. backflow prevention
devices are installed. shall have the devices tested bN a person who has demonstrated
their competency in testing of these devices to the District. Backtlow prevention
devices must be tested at least annually and immediately after installation, relocation or
repair. The District may require a more frequent testing schedule if it is determined to
be necessary. No device shall be placed back in service unless it is functioning as
required. A report in a form acceptable to the District shall be filed with the District
each time a device is tested. relocated. or repaired. These devices shall be serviced.
overhauled, or replaced whenever they are found to be defective and all costs of testing,
repair. and maintenance shall be borne by the water user.
The District will supply affected water users with a list of persons acceptable to the
District to test backflow prevention devices. The District will notify affected
customers by mail when annual testing of a device is needed and also supply users
with the necessary forms which must be filled out each time a device is tested or
repaired.
D. BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE REMOVAL:
I. Approval must be obtained from the District before a backflow prevention device is
removed. relocated, or replaced.
A. REMOVAL: The use of a device may be discontinued and the device removed
from service upon presentation of sufficient evidence to the District to verify that a
hazard no longer exists or is not likely to be created in the future;
B. RELOCATION: A device may be relocated following confirmation by the
District that the relocation will continue to provide the required protection and
satisfy installation requirements. A retest will be required following the relocation
of the device:
C. REPAIR: A device may be removed for repair. provided the water use is either
discontinued until repair is completed and the device is returned to ser ice, or the
service connection is equipped with other backflow protection approved by the
District. A retest will be required following the repair of the device: and
D. REPLACEMENT: A device may be removed and replaced provided the water use
is discontinued until the replacement device is installed. All replacement devices
must be approved by the District and must be commensurate with the degree of
hazard involved.
6.4 USER SUPERVISOR: At each premises where it is necessary, in the opinion of the
District, a user supervisor shall be designated by and at the expense of the water user.
This user supervisor shall be responsible for the monitoring of the backflow prevention
devices and for avoidance of cross connections. In the event of contamination or
pollution of the drinking water system due to a cross-connection on the premises, the
District shall be promptly notified by the user supervisor so that appropriate measures
may be taken to overcome the contamination. The water user shall inform the District
of the user supervisor's identity on, as a minimum. an annual basis and whenever a
chan,e occurs.
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6.5 ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES
A. WATER SYSTEM SURVEY:
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The District shall review all requests for new services to determine if backflow
protection is needed. Plans and specifications must be submitted to the District
upon request for review of possible cross-connection hazards as a condition of
service for new service connections. If it is determined that a backflow prevention
device is necessary to protect the public water system. the required device must be
installed before service will be granted.
On-premise inspection to evaluate cross-connection hazards is a requirement under
Title-17 Public Health. California Administrative Code, regulations relating to
cross connections. Section 7584 (b). (c) and (d). The District will transmit a
written notice requesting an inspection appointment to each affected water user.
Any customer which cannot or will not allow an on-premise inspection of their
piping system shall be required to install the backflow prevention device the
District considers necessary.
The District may, at its discretion, require a reinspection for cross-connection
hazards of any premise to which it serves water. The District will transmit a
written notice requesting an inspection appointment to each affected water user.
Anv customer which cannot or will not allow an on-premise inspection of their
piping system shall be required to install the backflow prevention device the
District considers necessary.
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B. CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION - DEVICE INSTALLATION:
The District will notify the water user of the survey findings, listing corrective
action to be taken if required. A period of 60 days will be given to complete all
corrective action required including installation of backflow prevention devices.
A second notice will be sent to each water user which does not take the required
corrective action prescribed in the first notice within the 60 days period allowed.
The second notice will give the water user a two week period to take the required
corrective action. If no action is taken within the two week period the District
may terminate water service to the affected water user until the required corrective
actions are taken.
C. CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION - TESTING AND MAINTENANCE:
1. The District will notify each affected water user when it is time for the backflow
prevention device installed on their service connection to be tested. This written
notice shall give the water user 30 day to have the device tested and supply the
water user with the necessary form to be completed and resubmitted to the District.
A second notice shall be sent to each water user which does not have his/her
backflow prevention device tested as prescribed in the first notice within the 30 day
period allowed. The second notice will give the water user a two week period to
have his/her backflow prevention device tested. If no action is taken within the
two week period the District may terminate water service to the affected water user
until the subject device is tested.
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D. BACKFLOW DEVICE MONITORING FEE: For each service connection where a
backflow device is required pursuant to these Rules and Regulations. a Backflow Device
Monitoring Fee shall be imposed annually to notify the water user that it is time for
the device to be tested. The fee shall be levied pursuant to the Water Development and
Processing Fees Resolution, and shall be included annually on the users water bill.
6.6 WATER SERVICE TERMINATION:
A. GENERAL: When the District encounters water uses that represent a clear and
immediate hazard to the potable water supply that cannot be immediately abated, the
District shall institute the procedure for discontinuing the District water service.
B. BASIS OF TERMINATION: Conditions or water uses that create a basis for water
service termination shall include, but are not limited to, the following items:
I . Refusal to install a required backflow prevention device,
2. Refusal to test a backflow prevention device,
3. Refusal to repair a faulty backflow prevention device,
4. Refusal to replace a faulty backflow prevention device,
5. Direct or indirect connection between the public water system and a sewer line.
6. Unprotected direct or indirect connection between the public water system and a
system or equipment containing contaminants,
7. Unprotected direct or indirect connection between the public water system and an
auxiliary water system,
8. A situation which presents an immediate health hazard to the public water system.
C. WATER SERVICE TERMINATION PROCEDURES:
I. For conditions 1. 2, 3, or 4, the District will terminate service to a customer's
premise after two written notices have been sent specifying the corrective action
needed and the time period in which it must be done. If no action is taken within
the allowed time period water service may be terminated.
2. For conditions 5, 6, 7, or 8, the District will take the following steps:
a. Make reasonable effort to advise the water user of intent to terminate water
service:
b. Terminate water supply and lock service valve. The water service will remain
inactive until correction of violations has been approved by the District.
SECTION 7: POLICY ON WATER MAIN AND SERVICE EXTENSIONS
7.1 APPLICATION: Anyone who, as owner or subdivider of a single lot, subdivision or tract of
land, desires the extension of water mains and/or connection of water service to such lot,
subdivision or tract of land, shall file a written application with the District.
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All applicants for water service shall also comply with the Rules and Regulations of the Yorba
Linda Water District with regard to the rendition of Sewer Seri ice.
7.2 FEES. CHARGES AND EASEMENTS: Prior to the General Manager signing the
Improvement Plans or approving an application for water service, the applicant shall dedicate all
easements deemed necessary by the District and pay to the District all fees in the amount set
forth in Section 3 herein.
7.3 INSTALLATION: If. as and when applicant has complied with all requirements of the District
and such other provisions of the subdivision ordinance or ordinances dealing with public
improvements as may be applicable. the applicant shall have installed. in accordance with the
Rules and Regulations. and Standard Plans and Specifications of the District. such mains and
services which are required to provide service to the property described in the application.
Applicant shall indemnify and hold the District it's Directors. officers and employees harmless
from any loss or damage that may be directly occasioned by the installation of the water
facilities. All main extensions shall be installed across the entire frontage of the parcel of land
to be served.
7.3.1 COSTS: The cost of said installation shall be paid by the applicant, and shall include
the cost of engineering, construction, land acquisition and legal services paid by
applicant in connection with said installation.
The applicant shall report such cost of said installation to the District in a form
approved by the District, and all items such cost of installation thus reported shall be
supported by invoices or statements verified to the satisfaction of the District.
7.3.2 TITLE: Upon completion and acceptance of facilities the applicant shall transfer title
of said water facilities to the District where they will become and remain the property
of the District.
7.4 LOCATION. SIZE AND TYPE OF WATER MAIN AND SERVICE FACILITIES: The
District shall use the latest adopted Master Plan to determine the sire, type and location for all
water mains in streets, alleys, and easements. The type and make of valves, fire hydrants,
fittings, consumer sen ices and all other appurtenances deemed necessary for supplying water to
the property served shall conform to District Standard Plans and Specifications.
7.5 NUMBER OF APPLICANTS: An individual may file an application or two or more persons
may join in an application for the extension of water mains.
7.6 APPROVAL OF WATER MAIN AND SERVICE EXTENSIONS: Each application for water
main and service extension shall be given a job number, and shall require terms and conditions
approved by the District's Board of Directors and Plans and Specifications approved by the
General Manager. A sketch showing the extent of the facilities necessary for water service shall
be prepared and the application shall identify the number of service connections and fees required
for service.
7.7 APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT WATER FACILITIES: When said applicant has complied
with all requirements of the District, including payment of'all fees required in Section 3 and the
posting of a Guarantee Bond, and such other provisions of the subdivision ordinance or
ordinances dealin, with public improvements as may be applicable, the District shall approve
construction of the water facilities.
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7.8 CONDITION AS PREREQUISITE TO INSTALLATION OF MAINS: Water mains and fire
hydrants shall not be installed until after the curbs and gutters have been constructed. excepting
that an initial hydrant may be set upon the approval of the General Manager to provide
construction water in compliance with Section 3.2.3 and 3.6 of these Rules and Regulations.
Under no conditions will the applicant install water mains and fire hydrants unless streets are
well defined by lot stakes. curb stakes. or visible center line stakes properly set at the land
owner's expense.
If after any water facility has been installed and it has to be adjusted, raised, lowered or relocated
because of incorrect information as to grade of curbs, property lines, etc., all expense incurred
by making the changes shall be borne by the applicant.
7.9 WATER RIGHTS DEEDED: Whenever land is to be subdivided or annexed to the District and
served by District facilities any water right which may be appurtenant thereto shall be deeded to
the District in consideration of the District's approving any application for District water to be
placed on such tract or subdivision. Said deed to the District shall be executed before any such
application shall be approved by the District.
7.10 METHOD OF REFUND FROM MAIN INSTALLED BEFORE AUGUST 11, 1988: Service
Fees paid to the District in accordance with Sections 3.1.2.1 of these Rules and Regulations
will be returned without interest. as set forth below:
7.10.1 AMOUNT OF REFUND: No refunds will be made in excess of the amount advanced
by the applicants.
7. 10.2 REFUND PERIOD: Any money not refundable as provided in this rule at the end of
ten years from the date of the contract will remain the property of the District.
7.10.3 REFUNDS TO JOINT DEPOSITORS: When two or more parties make a joint
deposit on the same extension, such refunds as may accrue under the provisions of this
section, will be distributed in the same proportion as provided in the application for
service. If otherwise so provided such refunds will be distributed in accordance with
such provisions.
7.10.4 COMPUTATION OF AMOUNT OF REFUND: The refundable portion of the Service
Fee as calculated in accordance with Section 3.1.2.1 of these Rules and Regulations and
received from the parties who have connected within a period of ten years following the
date of contract to which possible refund for such consumer is applicable shall be
refunded only to the party or parties who made the original deposit.
7.10.5 PRORATION OF REFUNDS: In the event a consumer is connected to sections of
main which were installed under separate contracts in accordance with Section 3.1 of
these Rules and Regulations will be distributed in the same proportion as the
applicable footage of each contract bears to the total footage serving the property.
7.11 METHOD OF REFUND FROM MAIN INSTALLED AFTER AUGUST 11, 1988: Service
Fees paid to the District in accordance with Sections 3.1.2.2 of these Rules and Regulations
will be returned without interest, as set forth below:
7.1 1.1 AMOUNT OF REFUND: No refunds will be made in excess of' the final cost of
installation h~ original applicant and as reported in accordance with Section 7.3.1
herein.
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7.1 I.'_ REFUND PERIOD: An} money not refundable as provided in this rule at the end of
thirty years from the date of the contract will remain the property of the District.
7.1 1.3 ENTITLEMENT TO REFUNDS: All sums collected with respect to Service Fees
from mains installed after August 11. 1988 shall be paid only to the first applicant
who was required to construct the main extension until such time as all such refunds to
which the applicant is entitled hereunder have been paid.
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SECTION 9: PROTECTION FROM DAMAGE
8.01 No unauthorized person shall maliciously, willfully. or negligently remove, change, disturb,
break. damage, destroy. uncover, deface, or in any way tamper, or interfere with any facility,
apparatus, appliance. property, structure. appurtenance, or equipment which is used or
maintained as a part of the water works. Any person violating this provision shall be subject to
immediate arrest under charge of disorderly conduct.
SECTION 9: POWERS AND AUTHORITY OF INSPECTORS
9.01 The General Manager and other duly authorized employees of the District. bearing proper
credentials and identification, shall be permitted to enter all premises for the purposes of
inspection. observations. measurement, sampling and testing in accordance with the provisions
of these Rules and Regulations.
9.02 While performing the necessary work on private properties referred to in Section 9.01, the
General Manager or duly authorized employees of the District shall observe all safety rules
applicable to the premises established by the customer and the customer shall be held harmless
for injury or death to the District employees and the District shall indemnify the customer
a_ainst loss or damaee to his property by District employees and against liability claims and
demands for personal injury or property damage asserted a`*ainst the customer and crowing out
of the inspection, observations, measurement, sampling and testing, operations. except as such
that may be caused by negligence or failure of the customer to maintain safe conditions as
required by law.
9.03 The General Manaiaer and other duly authorized employees of the District, bearing proper
credentials and identification, shall be permitted to enter all private properties through which the
District holds a duly negotiated easement for the purposes of. but not limited to, inspection,
observation, measurement. sampling repair and maintenance of any portion of the sewerage
works Ivinz within said easement shall he done in full accordance with the terms of the duly
negotiated easement pertaining to the private property involved.
9.04 An official identification card shall be carried by or worn by all employees who. in the line of
duty. may be required to enter upon private premises.
9.05 Any person who as owner or occupant of any premises refuses admittance to, or hinders. or
prevents inspection by an authorized employee of the District, may, after service of 24 hour
notice of intention, have all service terminated. Service of notice shall he deemed to have been
made by deposit in the U.S. Mail of' a registered or certified prepaid notice addressed to the
customer, owner or occupant as shown by the records of the District.
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SECTION 10: VIOLATIONS
10.01 Any person found to be violating any provision of these Rules and Regulations shall be sen ed
by the District with written notice stating the nature of the violation and providing a reasonable
time limit for the satisfactory correction thereof. The offender shall, within the period of time
stated in such notice. permanently cease all violations.
10.02 Any person who shall continue any violation beyond the time limit provided for shall have his
water service subject to discontinuance. Reinstatement of water service shall be made only on
correction of the violation.
10.03 Any person violating any of the provisions of these Rules shall become liable to the District
for any expense. loss. or damage occasioned by the District by reason of such violation.
SECTION 11: VALIDITY
11.01 The invalidity of any section, sentence, clause or provision of these rules shall not affect the
validity of any other pan of these rules which can be given effect without such invalid part.
11.02 When the application of these rules appears impracticable or unjust, the applicant, customer or
the General Manager may refer the matter to the Board of Directors for a special decision or
ruling.
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