New Franklin Liability for Obstruction of or Damage ordinance (§ 705.040)

TO PUBLIC SEWER SYSTEM

If a public sewer or treatment unit becomes obstructed or damaged because of any substances improperly discharged thereto or action by the owner or his/her agent, the person responsible for such discharge and/or damage shall be billed and shall pay for the expenses incurred by the City in cleaning out, repairing or rebuilding the facility. Such payment shall not preclude prosecution for violation of any provision of this Code.