Chapter 14.16
SEWER MAINS AND MAIN EXTENSIONS
Sections:
14.16.010 Extensions—When required.
14.16.020 Extensions—Application.
14.16.030 Extensions—Preparation of plans and specifications.
14.16.050 Acceptance of main extension.
14.16.060 Extension—Construction drawings.
14.16.070 Main extensions deeded to the city.
14.16.080 Latecomer agreement.
14.16.090 Stormwater discharge not permitted.
14.16.100 Stormwater connection not permitted in sanitary system.
14.16.110 Sewer line extensions outside city limits.
14.16.010 Extensions—When required.
A main extension shall be required whenever the property to be served fails to abut a sewer main or the existing sewer main is inadequate to provide the necessary service unless the city approves construction of a private wastewater disposal system. Main extensions shall be extended to the far side (upstream) of the property line of the premises being served, unless otherwise approved by the city. Corner lots must extend to the middle of the intersection. (Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.020 Extensions—Application.
A. The person desiring a main extension shall apply to the city requesting permission to extend the city’s sewer system.
B. The city shall review the application and, if the requested extension is determined to be a proper extension of the sewer system, shall provide the petitioner with the design requirements for the extension.
C. If the requested main extension is determined to be an improper extension of the sewer system, the application shall be denied. (Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.030 Extensions—Preparation of plans and specifications.
Upon receipt of the design requirements from the city, the petitioner shall prepare plans and specifications for the extension. All design and construction plans and specifications shall be in accordance with American Public Works Association standards adopted by the city. The completed plans and specifications must bear a licensed professional engineer’s seal and endorsement valid in the state of Washington, and shall be submitted to the city for review and approval. Review and approval fees will be as established by city council and will be paid by the applicant. (Ord. 1921-0518 (part), 2018; Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.040 Inspection fees.
The petitioner shall be responsible for payment of inspection fees for installation of sewer main extensions as established by the city council. (Ord. 1921-0518 (part), 2018; Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.050 Acceptance of main extension.
A. The city reserves the right to reject any installation not inspected and approved by the city.
B. Upon satisfactory completion of all required tests and acceptance of the main extension, the city shall cause the extension to be connected to the city system. All costs incurred in such connection(s), including overhead and administrative charges, shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
C. No main extension shall be put into service, other than for test purposes by duly authorized personnel, until the main extension has been accepted by the city and all fees and charges have been paid. (Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.060 Extension—Construction drawings.
A. Upon completion of a main extension, the petitioner shall provide the city a reproducible mylar drawing that accurately indicates the main extension and appurtenances “as-built” in plan and profile.
B. No main extension will be accepted until satisfactory “as-built” drawings are provided. (Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.070 Main extensions deeded to the city.
The permit holder shall provide the city with a deed of conveyance and bill of sale for all main extensions as a condition to the city’s acceptance of the main extensions. (Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.080 Latecomer agreement.
Any person wishing to extend the city’s sewer facilities shall enter into a utility extension agreement with the city. The city reserves the right to refuse proposed extensions on the grounds that they are not feasible, practical, economically prudent, or environmentally appropriate. Any extensions to the sewer facilities shall be dedicated to the city. Persons who extend the city’s sewer facilities may request a latecomer agreement consistent with Chapter 17.14. (Ord. 1856-0814 § 1, 2014: Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.090 Stormwater discharge not permitted.
No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged any stormwater, surface water, groundwater, roof runoff, subsurface drainage, uncontaminated cooling water, or unpolluted industrial process waters into any sanitary sewer unless otherwise approved by the city. (Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.100 Stormwater connection not permitted in sanitary system.
No person shall make connection of roof down spouts, exterior foundation drains, area drains, or other sources of stormwater surface runoff or groundwater to a building sewer or building drain which in turn is connected directly or indirectly to a public sanitary sewer, unless such connection is otherwise approved by the city. (Ord. 1662-1205 § 1 (part), 2005: Ord. 1632-0904 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1610-0104 § 4 (part), 2004: Ord. 1605-1103 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1602-1003 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1585-0303 § 4 (part), 2003: Ord. 1583-0103 § 4 (part), 2003)
14.16.110 Sewer line extensions outside city limits.
No person shall extend sewer lines outside city limits except according to Chapter 17.10 of this code. (Ord. 1690-0107 § 2, 2007)