§ 22-95. Emergency work.  


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  • In the event of any emergency in which a sewer main, conduit or utility in or under any road breaks, bursts or otherwise is in such condition as to immediately endanger the property, life, health, or safety of any individual, the person owning or controlling such sewer main, conduit or utility, without first applying for and obtaining an excavation permit hereunder, shall immediately take proper emergency measures to cure or remedy the dangerous conditions for the protection of the property, life, health, and safety of individuals. However, such person owning or controlling such facility shall apply for an excavation permit not later than the end of the next succeeding day during which the county clerks's office is open for business, and shall not proceed with permanent repairs without first obtaining an excavation permit as herein provided.

(Code 1998, § 6-303(T))