Part 5 — FIRE HYDRANTS

San Jose Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-09-29 · San Jose

15.08.550 - Taking water from public fire hydrants - Permit and other requirements.¶

No person shall take water from a public fire hydrant connected to the municipal water system, except a public agency, charged with the duty of providing fire protection service, within whose geographical jurisdiction such fire hydrant is located, without first obtaining a permit, paying all fees and charges, and otherwise complying with applicable rules and regulations therefor.

(Prior code § 7603.20.)

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