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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 13.04
Section 13.04.140
 

Title 13 Public Utilities and Services

Chapter 13.04 Water

Article I. General Provisions

Section 13.04.140 Responsibility for Water Supply – Mains

  1. The City assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any private water pipes, mains, devices, fixtures or appurtenances not located upon public property or the public right-of-way. This lack of City responsibility applies to costs of construction, repair and/or maintenance and liability for losses, claims, damages or injuries arising directly or indirectly from the use or existence of said nonpublic pipes and fixtures.
     
  2. Except as required by the general laws of this state, the City assumes no additional responsibilities for the maintenance, pressure or supply of water and this code shall not be construed to expand such responsibilities.

Date Passed: Monday, October 15, 2007

Effective Date: Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Recodification ORD C34122 Section 1