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Morton amends code to require annual inspection and reporting of private fire hydrants
Summary
Trustees approved Ordinance 26‑02 amending the municipal code to require owners of private fire hydrants to arrange annual inspections by qualified contractors and submit reports through the Compliance Engine software used by the fire chief; the village retains inspection access and authority to operate hydrants when necessary.
The Village of Morton Board of Trustees on May 19 adopted an ordinance amending chapter 6 of title 5 of the municipal code to set duties for owners of private fire hydrants.
Under the ordinance the owners of private fire hydrants will be responsible for annual inspections conducted by qualified contractors…
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