§ 28-567. Cross-connection control.

On all premises where reclaimed water service is provided, the public or private potable water supply shall be protected by an approved backflow prevention device. No cross-connection shall be permitted. All devices and material installed for cross-connection control shall be in accordance with Florida Department of Environmental Protection requirements and must be approved by the district director or designee. To determine the presence of any potential hazards to the public potable water system, Hernando County and/or the district shall have the right to enter upon the premises of any customer receiving reclaimed water. Each customer of reclaimed water service shall, by application, give written consent to such entry upon their premises. In the event a cross-connection is found on property being provided reclaimed water service, the district director or his/her designee shall have the authority to immediately discontinue reclaimed water service to said property. Before resuming service, the customer shall make such corrections and install such devices as may be required.

(Ord. No. 2014-18, § 17, 8-26-14)