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Sample
Rain Sensor Policy on Landscape Irrigation Systems
Sample Policy for Rain Sensor use on
Landscape Irrigation Systems
Purpose:
To establish a policy for the use of a rain sensor device
installed on landscape irrigation systems within ______________
that conforms with applicable Minnesota State Statute 103G.298 and Federal Water
Conservation Standards.
Scope:
All automatically operated landscape irrigation systems
shall have furnished and installed technology that
inhibits or interrupts operation of the irrigation system during periods of
sufficient moisture.
Rain Sensor:
All newly installed irrigation systems (commercial or
residential) will be required to have rain sensors.
Irrigation Systems:
All newly installed irrigation systems connected to the
municipal water system, whether, aboveground
or underground, shall require a permit for connection and shall be installed in
accordance with the Plumbing
Code of the Minnesota State Statues, Chapter 4715. All plumbing material, and
installation shall comply with
Building Code, Section 326.37.
Back Flow Prevention:
A City approved back flow prevention device shall be
installed (commercial or residential) as part of
the irrigation system. This device shall be installed a minimum of 12” higher
than the highest sprinkler head.
Effective date of policy:
This policy shall be effective as of ____________.
Modifications of this policy shall be effective on the
date said modifications are approved by city Council
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