A. Service pipes. Every service pipe shall be laid with sufficient bend to allow not less than one foot of extra length and in such manner to prevent rupture by settlement. The service pipe shall be placed not less than six feet below grade and be so arranged to prevent rupture by freezing. A shutoff or other stop cork with waste valve of the size and strength required shall be placed close to the inside wall of the building and be well protected from freezing. Copper tubing shall be used for all services of two inches diameter or less. Joints on copper tubing shall be as few as possible and not more than one joint shall be used for a service up to 70 feet in length. Each joint shall be left uncovered until inspected by the City. Every service over two inches shall be cast iron. Connection with the main for domestic supply shall be at least 3/4 inch per residential unit or equivalent.

B. Water meter placement. Every water meter shall be installed in accordance with the following provisions:

(1) The water pipe connecting with the City's water main shall not exceed two feet under the basement floor.

(2) The meter shall not be placed more than 12 inches horizontally from the inside line of the exterior basement wall unless a different position is approved by the Council.

(3) The water pipe shall be brought through the basement floor in a vertical position. Never shall more than 12 inches of pipe be exposed above the basement floor.

(4) Each meter installation shall have a backflow preventer and then a stop and waste valve installed on the street side of the meter. The stop and waste valve shall be 12 inches above the floor.

(5) The bottom of the meter shall be at least six inches above the finished floor but not more than 12 inches. A suitable bracket shall be provided to support the meter in a proper vertical position and prevent noise from vibration.

(6) A stop and waste valve shall be installed on the house side of the meter.

(7) The meter must be easily accessible at all times for reading, maintenance and repair.

(8) Deviation from the installation specifications in this subsection shall be by Council approval only.

C. State and federal regulations. Notwithstanding the provisions of this article, all installations must comply with applicable federal, state and local government regulations. If federal, state or county regulations conflict with any provisions of this section, the federal, state and county regulations shall take precedence.