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25.04.090 Mechanical Devices.

City Code Section
  1. It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to use, employ, or permit the insertion of any mechanical device in any sewer, branch sewer, soil drain, or waste line, for the purpose of cleaning or clearing out the same, unless the person, firm, or corporation is listed with the City to perform this work.  Exception   a homeowner or qualified maintenance man may clean drains or sewers.
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