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City of Prescott - Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly Agreement
Public Works Department
Utilities Division - Water Operations
1481 Sundog Ranch Road, Prescott AZ 86301
(P) 928-777-1118 (F) 928-771-5877
CITY OF PRESCOTT WATER OPERATIONS POLICY AND AGREEMENT FOR THE
USE OF FIRE HYDRANT METER/RP ASSEMBLIES
APPLICABILITY
A Hydrant Meter/Reduced Pressure Principal Assembly (RP) may only be used inside of the City of
Prescott limits. At no time shall a Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly be granted for use outside of the Prescott
City limits in accordance with City Code (2-1-8a).
Hydrant Meters are issued temporarily for construction use only. Non-construction uses such as irrigation
(temporary or permanent), filling of swimming pools, home remodeling projects, etc. are prohibited.
(Initial: ________)
Exceptions:
1. Hydrant Meters may be used for a limited period of time for Special Events, which benefit the
community as a whole and where a permanent water source is not available.
2. Hydrant Meters may be used outside of City limits when there is a water entitlement as part of a historic
contract with the City.
APPLICATION / REQUEST
1. The applicant/contractor shall have a current City permit (E.g. Right of Way permit, Engineering permit,
Building permit etc.) from the Permit Center at City Hall prior to submitting an application for a Hydrant
Meter/RP Assembly.
2. To request a Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly, the applicant/contractor shall submit the following:
A fully completed application for each Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly being requested including a
current City of Prescott permit that has been issued for construction activity.
A separate $1000.00 deposit payment by check, made Payable to the City of Prescott, for each
Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly being requested.
A map indicating the requested hydrant for the hydrant meter to be connected.
Alternate methods for dust abatement shall be submitted at the time of application, as use of potable
water may not be allowed for dust control during periods of peak water demand from May 1st through
October 1
st
. A City Public Works Inspector will notify the applicant if water use becomes restricted.
3. Within two (2) working days of receipt of all required documents and deposits, the Hydrant Meter/RP
Assembly will either be placed at the requested location or requestor will be provided an alternate location.
LIMITATIONS AND USE
Hydrant Meter/RP Assemblies may only be used for the permit on file for a specified period of time. If the
hydrant meter has zero (0) usage for six consecutive months, Water Operations will remove the hydrant
meter assembly, close the account and refund the deposit less applicable fees or damages to the Hydrant
Meter/RP Assembly. (Initial: ________)
Location of the hydrant meter will be at the discretion of Water Operations based on system capabilities.
Capabilities include system pressure, adverse effects on existing water customers or the water system
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within the requested zone. Every attempt will be made to place the meter as close to the project area
based on the criteria noted above.
The Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly and its original fittings shall not be modified in any way with the exception
of adapters to the end of the RP Assembly for 2” or larger hose connections. An adapter to reduce the flow
to garden hose type use is NOT permitted. (Initial: ________)
Any action that results in the inaccurate reading of water usage through a hydrant meter shall result in an
automatic charge of 50,000 gallons of water to the account, per occurrence. This includes, but is not limited
to the addition of a hose bib or other flow reducing devices, meter tampering, or bypassing of the hydrant
meter. If construction projects require a low flow application contact Water Operations for available options.
(Initial: ________)
Fire hydrants shall only be opened with a hydrant wrench. A pipe wrench or similar tool is not permitted.
Hydrants shall be opened and closed slowly and shall be operated either all the way open or all the way
closed. Only the gate valve should be used to regulate the flow once the hydrant has been opened fully.
Ball valves shall not be used or placed as additional operating controls on the Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly
or at the end of a hose attached to the Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly. (Initial: ________)
The Construction Hydrant Meter and RP Assembly is the responsibility of the applicant to protect. Hydrants
should be opened during daily use and closed at night. To prevent damage to the complete assembly
during winter months or freezing temperatures, field crews after closing the hydrant should open the meter
valve to allow the meter and RP Assembly to fully drain. Draining the complete assembly at the end of
each day will help to prevent costly freeze damage. It is also recommended that field crews fully insulate
the entire assembly to protect it from damage. Protection of the assembly should be in a manner that
allows the City’s Water Operations staff to collect the monthly meter reading from the hydrant meter
register. If the Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly is damaged and the City of Prescott deems the assembly
unserviceable, the hydrant will be locked off until a fully functional Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly is in place.
Replacement parts and the timeline to repair the damaged assembly will be contingent upon availability.
(Initial: ________)
RP BACKFLOW ASSEMBLY
A Reduced Pressure (RP) Backflow Assembly is provided with the meter. The RP must remain
connected to the hydrant meter at all times with no exceptions. The City will test the backflow device at
the time of installation. The cost of this test is $100.00 and is valid for one year from the testing date unless
the assembly is relocated. The test fee will be added to the first water usage bill.
If a request is made to relocate the Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly to a new location, a relocation fee of
$100.00 will be added to the water service bill. The fee will include recertification of the RP Backflow as
state law requires the backflow device to be tested and recertified upon relocation.
(Initial: ________)
USAGE AND FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
This agreement is valid for 12 months from the date of the application and may be renewed for an additional
12-month period. Recertification fees may apply.
Water Operations Staff will inspect and read the meter once per month. During peak season, staff may
read the meters daily to determine actual usage. The applicant/user is solely and financially responsible
for any water passing through the Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly and any quantities of water used by an
unauthorized connection to the potable water supply. Any unauthorized connection to the City’s distribution
system will result in additional fees and or prosecution per Prescott City Code (PCC).
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The applicant shall be solely and financially responsible for damaged, lost or stolen appurtenances to the
Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly. Damage to the assigned fire hydrant or connecting equipment is also the
responsibility of the applicant until a request for termination of service is received by Water Operations.
(Initial: ________)
Upon project completion or hydrant meter relocation request, the applicant shall notify Water Operations
by calling (928) 777-1118. A minimum of forty-eight (48) hour notice is required for Water Operations
personnel to schedule an inspection of equipment or relocation request evaluation. An inspection of the
Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly, fire hydrant and associated equipment will be made by Water Operations.
Upon final release, the applicant will be sent a refund of the deposit balance by the Finance Department,
less any costs for damages or unpaid water use.
Violation of any part of this agreement on the part of the applicant or its designees will result in immediate
removal of the meter, termination of the agreement and fines in an amount determined by Prescott City
Code (PCC). The City of Prescott reserves the right to terminate this agreement at the City’s sole discretion
and deposits may be withheld. (Initial: ________)
I,_______________________________ of ___________________________________ acknowledge that
(First & Last Name) (Company
I have read this agreement and understand the permit requirements, fees and technical terms. I am an
authorized agent of the entity, business, or contractor requesting service and that any and all costs for
damage or loss sustained by the City of Prescott from the customer as a result of this agreement, including
court costs or actions resulting in litigation, financially are the sole responsibility of and at cost to the
customer. By signing, the customer agrees to all the terms and conditions set herein.
Signature of Authorized Signing Agent: ______________________________________________
Date: ___________________
(Office Use Only)
Deposit Amount: $__________________________ Check # ________________________
Name on Check: ________________________________________________________________
Initials of personnel receiving deposit: _________________ Date: ____________________
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Public Works Department
Utilities Division - Water Operations
1481 Sundog Ranch Road, Prescott AZ 86301
(P) 928-777-1118 (F) 928-771-5877
Hydrant Meter/ RP Assembly Application
Meter Type: Low-Flow Meter High-Flow Meter
I. Applicant Information
Name: _________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________________ State: __________ Zip Code: ___________________
Contractor Contact: _______________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________
Email Address: ______________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name: ______________________________ Phone Number: _______________________
Contractor License No: __________________________________
II. Billing Information
Bill to Name (if different from above): _____________________________________________________________________
Bill to Address: ______________________________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________________ State: __________ Zip Code: ___________________
Email Address: ______________________________________________________________________________
III. Project Information:
City of Prescott Permit Number: ___________________ Project Name: ________________________________
Purpose/Use of Hydrant Meter: __________________________________________________________________
Requested Location of Hydrant Meter: ____________________________________________________________
Project Duration: __________________________________ to ________________________________________
Map Attached: Estimated Average Daily Water Demand: ______________ gallons per day
IV. Dust Abatement Program:
Alternate method to water application for dust abatement for construction activities associated with the project:
(Please list the anticipated dust abatement product to be used on this project.)
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Estimated Frequency of Dust Abatement Application: ________________________________________________
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City of Prescott - Hydrant Meter/RP Assembly Agreement
Public Works Department
Utilities Division - Water Operations
1481 Sundog Ranch Road, Prescott AZ 86301
(P) 928-777-1118 (F) 928-771-5877
Hydrant Meter Relocation Request ONLY
Requestor Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Requestor Phone Number: ______________________________
Contractor Name: _______________________________________________________________________
City of Prescott Permit Number: ______________________
Project Name: ___________________________________________________________________________
Hydrant Meter Number: ________________
Current Hydrant Meter Location: ____________________________________________________________
Relocate Hydrant Meter to: ________________________________________________________________
Map Attached:
Requested Relocation Date: ________________________
A relocation fee of $100.00 will be added to the water service bill. This will include recertification as state law requires
the backflow device to be tested and recertified upon relocation.
Print Name: ____________________________________________________________________________
Signature of Authorized Signing Agent: _______________________________________________________
Date: ___________________________
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