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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 13
Chapter 13.03
Section 13.03.0914
 

Title 13 Public Utilities and Services

Chapter 13.03 Sewers

Article X. Administrative Provisions

Section 13.03.0914 Responsibility for Non-Public Sewers – No Duty

 

  1. The City assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any side sewers, special side sewers, private sewers or other non-public sewers or other such pipes, fixtures or appurtenances. The City’s lack of responsibility includes costs of construction, repair and/or maintenance and liability for losses, claims, damage or injuries arising directly or indirectly from the use or existence of all such non-public pipes and fixtures.
  1. Except as required by the general laws of this state, the City assumes no responsibilities for utility service or wastewater disposal or treatment or for the construction, repair or maintenance of public sewers. This code shall not be construed to expand such responsibilities. This chapter and code shall not be construed to add to or expand any municipal duty to any particular person, class or entity. Any duty nonetheless deemed created is to be strictly construed as a duty to the general public.

 

Date Passed: Monday, December 8, 2025

Effective Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026

ORD C36776 Section 63