New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 21 - Miscellaneous
Chapter XXX - Niagara Falls Water Board
Part 1950 - Water Regulations
Section 1950.10 - Temporary use of water and water for construction

Universal Citation: 21 NY Comp Codes Rules and Regs ยง 1950.10

Current through Register Vol. 45, No. 52, December 27, 2023

(a) A tapping application shall be required for erecting, construction, altering or maintaining any building or structure or for any purpose whatsoever that requires the temporary use of water. Such application shall be obtained with the building permit and with full payment of all tapping fees as set forth in the board schedule of rates.

(b) Water for construction purposes may be obtained from any metered service in lieu of payment required by subdivision (a) of this section, provided that permission of the owner of such services is first obtained. Such owner shall be held liable for all water obtained in this manner. If water is to be obtained from a metered service, it must be so stated on the application for a building permit, together with the street address of such metered service.

(c) Water for construction purposes must be paid for at regular rates set forth in the board schedule of rates, regardless of whether it is used on city public works or private works.

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