§ 33-141. Generally.

(a)

Sanitary sewer facilities connecting with the existing City sewer system shall be installed to serve a subdivision. Each property within the subdivision shall be served by a separate private lateral. The lateral shall be constructed to grades and sizes shown on the plans submitted to and approved by the City, pursuant to Chapter 31 of this City Code.

(b)

In new developments where public sewers are authorized by the City, public sewers shall be constructed at the Developer's expense. Detailed plans and specifications for public sewer extensions must be approved by the City prior to construction. The engineering cost for the preparation of plans and specifications, the staking of the location of the new public sewers, the cost of inspecting the construction, and preparation of as-built plans shall be paid by the developer. The City will perform one or more inspection(s) during construction to ensure compliance with the City approved plans.

(c)

The City shall retain ownership of all public sewer lines, pumping stations, treatment facilities, and equipment and other appurtenances to the sewer system maintained, or accepted for maintenance except for laterals or service lines installed to service private property. In no case shall the owner of any premise or connection have the right to claim any part except where otherwise provided in this Code.

(Ord. No. 3003, § 1(Exh. A), 9-27-16)