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Hollidaysburg Borough (Water) Authority Rules and Regulations

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Hollidaysburg Borough Authority Resolution W-2002-07B Summary

This document is a resolution amending and restating the rates, rules, and regulations for the Hollidaysburg Borough Authority. It was adopted on July 18, 2002, as indicated by the file timestamp visible at the bottom of each page.

Key Details

  • Authority: Hollidaysburg Borough Authority
  • Resolution Number: W-2002-07B
  • Adoption Date: July 18, 2002 (based on document metadata)
  • Signatories:
    • Richard Mingle, Chairman
    • Donald Donlan, Secretary

Structure of the Regulations

The resolution organizes water service rules into 18 parts, covering everything from applications to penalties. Below is a summary of each part’s focus:

Part 1: Water System Regulations

  • Establishes that these regulations are officially adopted.

Part 2: Application for Service Connections

Covers procedures for connecting to the water system, including:

  • Signature requirements on applications
  • Fees and responsibilities before permit issuance
  • Borough’s right to delay installation
  • Requirements for lead-free plumbing certification
  • Rules about separate trenches and customer-owned service lines

Part 3: Application for Water Service

Details charges due before service begins, extension of mains, and use of water for building purposes.

Part 4: “Consumer” Defined; Multiple Users on Same Line

Defines who qualifies as a “consumer,” outlines permit requirements for supplying others, and mandates separate stop cocks or curb boxes under certain conditions.

Part 5: Installation and Maintenance of Service Line

Specifies where responsibility lies for service lines beyond the curb box, special permissions needed for shared trenches with sewer/gas, and maintenance obligations up to the premises.

Part 6: Powers of Authority; Nonliability

Grants authority powers such as turning off water, removing meters, inspecting systems, and refusing connections. Also limits liability for damages or failures.

Part 7: Rates

States that water service will be metered (with exceptions) and establishes the rate structure.

Part 8: Billing

Outlines quarterly billing cycles, meter reading practices, estimation methods when access isn’t possible, and penalties for late payments — including service discontinuance and liens.

Part 9: Meters

Addresses ownership and maintenance of meters, location rules (inside/outside buildings), and access rights.

Part 10: Meter Readings and Tests

Includes schedules for readings, testing upon request, borough’s right to test, consumer cooperation requirements, seal tampering prohibitions, and complaint review processes.

Part 11: Leaks and Defective Plumbing

Clarifies that the authority is not liable for certain damages, may require protection apparatus, determines leak responsibility, and addresses leaks/waste issues.

Part 12: Use of Hydrants

Sets conditions for using fire hydrants, allows unmetered water for fire protection devices, and explains the purpose of fire protection charges.

Part 13: Turning Off Water

Authorizes shutdowns for nonpayment or other reasons, lists reasons for discontinuance, and permits owner-directed shutoffs with restoration fees.

Part 14: Supply of Water

Limits liability for supply deficiencies or equipment failure, reserves rights to control supply, prohibits pollution/swimming in water sources, and bans unauthorized uses.

Part 15: Restricting Use of Water

Restricts water use to served premises, charges for unnecessary flow, ensures access to premises, and includes a water conservation contingency plan.

Part 16: Vacation of Premises; Change of Occupancy; Refusal of Application; Cancellation of Contract

Handles vacated properties, occupancy changes, application refusals, and contract cancellations.

Part 17: Miscellaneous Regulations

Covers connections between main and meter, special service charges, cross-connections, rate/regulation changes, and bans lead materials in plumbing repairs/construction.

Part 18: Penalties and Validity

Allows cancellation of applications or service for violations and specifies penalties.

Notes for Residents

  • All applicants must comply with lead-free plumbing standards.
  • Late payments incur penalties and may result in service termination or legal liens.
  • The borough can shut off water for nonpayment, safety concerns, or at your request (with a fee).
  • You’re responsible for maintaining your service line from the property line to your home.
  • Fire hydrant use is restricted unless for official fire protection purposes.
  • Water conservation measures may be enforced during shortages.

This resolution serves as the comprehensive rulebook governing water service in Hollidaysburg Borough, effective from its adoption date.

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