Council tables variance request after debate over hydrant extension vs. private sprinkler
Council tabled a variance request that would have allowed a private sprinkler system in lieu of extending a public fire-hydrant. Utilities and the fire chief recommended installing the hydrant; the applicant said hydrant and sidewalk costs make building infeasible for her family.
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Edinburg City Council on Oct. 6 tabled a variance request by a property owner who sought to avoid extending a public fire-hydrant to serve a new home, proposing instead a long private service line and an in-home sprinkler system.
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