Bakersfield Municipal Code Ch. 15.38 Water Meters

For the purposes of this chapter, the following words shall have the meanings as set forth in this section:

A. “Water service connection” means water service pipe from the water distribution pipeline to the nearest curb or property line adjacent to a dedicated public street or to a public utility easement available for use by the city or water service provider.

B. “Water meter” a device which measure quantities of water consumed at a particular location. (Ord. 3346 § 1, 1991)

A. All new structures within the city which are connected to a water service connection after the effective date of this chapter shall, prior to such connection, be equipped with a water meter.

B. The provider of water service for any area of the city may reimburse the owner of any building for installation of a water meter as required by this chapter. (Ord. 3346 § 1, 1991)

A. The provider of water service to any structure upon which a water meter has been installed may compute charges for water service based on the measured quantities of water used at that location.

B. This chapter shall not be construed to require use of water meters by any provider of water service. (Ord. 3346 § 1, 1991)