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## 10.15.080 Waiver of claims for damages. | Should a vehicle purchased at auction pursuant to BMC 10.15.060(B) be damaged or destroyed prior to release, the purchaser’s remedy is limited to a return of the purchase price. [Ord. 198, 1990.]
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026. | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.357422 | -0.973633 | 0.057861 | -0.925781 |
### 12.05.010 Definitions. | The following words and phrases, whenever used in this chapter, shall have the meanings defined in this section unless the context clearly requires otherwise:
A. “Complete streets” means design features that contribute to a safe, convenient, or comfortable travel experience for users, including but not limited to feat... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.001541 | 0.081543 | -0.5 | -0.427734 |
## 12.05.020 Application. | The provisions of this chapter will apply to the scoping, design, and construction of projects involving roadways in the city of Bethel. The provisions of this chapter do not apply to the ordinary maintenance activities designed to keep assets in serviceable condition (e.g., spot repair and surface treatments or interi... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.092773 | -0.78125 | -1.039063 | -1.092773 |
## 12.05.030 Requirements. | A. Any roadway in the city which is to be newly constructed or completely reconstructed must be designed and constructed to:
1. Provide for the safety and convenience of all users of all ages and of all abilities: pedestrians, bicyclists, transit users, and motorists; and
2. Address the needs of all users both along ... | true | Rules | Zoning | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.014259 | 0.349365 | -0.274414 | 0.004917 |
## 12.05.040 Exceptions. | Infrastructure improvements specifically intended for pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit riders need not be planned nor made where the planning commission recommends and the city council approves with sufficient documentation of the reason for the exception, through resolution.
Such exceptions should generally be co... | true | Rules | Zoning | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.209106 | -0.126465 | -0.024323 | 0.678223 |
## 12.10.010 Definitions. | A. For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning:
1. “As-built” means a drawing indicating the utility facility with reference to legal property lines.
2. “Public way” means any public right-of-way, street, road, alley, sect... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.576172 | 0.321533 | -1.125977 | -1.180664 |
## 12.10.020 Use of public ways. | Public utilities may obtain a permit to reasonably use public ways in the city of Bethel. Utilities shall be installed in utility easements to the extent practical. [Ord. 15-01 § 3.] | true | Rules | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.691895 | -1.361328 | -0.993164 | -1.086914 |
## 12.10.030 Permit required. | A. A utility may not place, install or maintain a utility within a public way without a city issued utility permit.
B. Annual permits can be issued for:
1. Service connections, except where road crossings are to be open cut or trenched; and
2. Construction in public utility easements.
C. Temporary permits can be is... | true | Rules | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 1.004883 | -0.214111 | -0.116516 | 0.806641 |
## 12.10.040 Application. | A. An application for a permit to use a public way for a utility use shall be submitted in writing to the public works director on forms provided by the city.
B. The application shall contain the following information:
1. Name and location of the public way or ways for the permit being sought;
2. Type of utility use... | true | Rules | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.279053 | -0.161499 | -0.026535 | -0.058685 |
## 12.10.050 Bond or indemnity deposit. | If the public works director determines that there is a possibility of injury, damage or expense to the city, the easement or the public way, arising from an applicant’s proposed use of any public way, the applicant for a permit under this chapter shall furnish to the city a surety bond, cash or certified check, payabl... | true | Rules | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.253662 | 0.80957 | -0.170776 | 0.465576 |
## 12.10.060 Appeal. | A. Denial of a permit application by the public works director may be appealed in writing to the city manager within ten (10) business days of written notice of the denial.
B. All appeals must include the following information:
1. The name, address, telephone number and fax number (if available) of the interested par... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.460938 | -0.152344 | -0.446289 | -0.247803 |
## 12.10.070 Standards. | A. Utilities shall be located so as to assure compatibility with all present and anticipated future uses of the public way in which the utility is located. The following general standards shall apply:
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026.
1. Utilities shall be located ... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.474609 | 0.974121 | 0.030746 | -0.455811 |
## 12.10.080 Existing utilities. | A. Those utilities in existence as of January 1, 2015, constructed and installed in accordance with all statutes, codes and regulations applicable at the time of construction, may continue to exist and be maintained in public ways in the city subject to this section.
B. The release from compliance granted under this s... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.782715 | -0.111145 | -0.705078 | -0.779785 |
## 12.10.090 Relocation expenses. | A. The cost of relocation of any utility located pursuant to a valid permit as required by the city for a public purpose shall be borne by the city, unless listed in subsection **B** of this section.
B. A utility shall bear the cost of relocation in the following circumstances:
1. Any relocation required as a result ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.516602 | -0.126099 | -0.535645 | -0.398682 |
## 12.15.010 Definitions. | The following words and phrases, whenever used in this chapter, shall have the meanings defined in this section unless the context clearly requires otherwise:
“Encroachment” means any object above or below ground belonging to a private owner other than the municipality which has been or caused to be constructed or loc... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.043274 | -0.09906 | -0.804688 | -0.963867 |
## 12.15.020 Permitted encroachments. | A. Any person desiring to construct, place, change, or maintain an encroachment across or along a city street or right-of-way or any other property dedicated to public use shall apply for and may be issued an encroachment permit from the city planner. In determining whether to issue or deny an encroachment permit the c... | true | Rules | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 1.875 | -0.062286 | 0.518555 | 0.864746 |
## 12.15.030 Permits for existing encroachments. | Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, any unpermitted, private encroachment may be granted a permit allowing such encroachment to remain if such encroachment meets the approval of the city planner. The individual, upon signing the permit, agrees to indemnify the city against any and all claims to persons... | true | Rules | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.765625 | -0.563965 | -0.717285 | -0.19873 |
## 12.15.040 Revocation of encroachment permits. | A. The city may revoke any encroachment permit issued under this chapter at any time if the city determines that:
1. The encroachment interferes with the public health, safety, or welfare;
2. The permittee has failed to comply with the terms and conditions of the permit or this chapter;
3. The encroachment obstructs... | true | Enforcement | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 1.966797 | 0.383301 | 0.697266 | 1.885742 |
## 12.15.050 Unauthorized encroachments.$^{1}$ | A. If an encroachment exists across or along a city street or right-of-way, or any other property dedicated to public use that is not permitted, it is considered unauthorized.
B. Except as provided in subsection C of this section, notice shall consist of a written letter, sent by certified mail, return receipt request... | true | Enforcement | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 1.967773 | 0.319336 | 0.442139 | 1.783203 |
## 12.15.060 Actions by the city.$^{1}$ | The planning director, or their designee, shall have the authority to carry out acts necessary to enforce this chapter, including, but not limited to, the power to bring an action to enforce this chapter in the superior court for the state of Alaska. [Ord. 25-17 § 2, 2025.]
1 Code reviser’s note: Ord. 25-17 adds these... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.030991 | -0.526855 | -1.097656 | -0.736816 |
## 12.15.070 Appeals.$^{1}$ | A permittee may appeal an action or enforcement within this chapter to the city manager within ten (10) days of receipt of notice of said action. The filing of an appeal shall not stay the removal of an encroachment or revocation of an encroachment permit where the city has determined an immediate threat to public heal... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.09845 | -0.546387 | -0.383057 | 1.196289 |
## 13.04.010 Definitions. | As used in this chapter:
A. “Applicant” means the person or persons, firm or corporation or other entity making application for water service from the finance department under the terms of this chapter.
B. “Customer” means an applicant whose application has been accepted by the finance department.
C. “Department” me... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.501953 | -0.134521 | -0.768555 | -1.181641 |
## 13.04.020 Area of service. | The water service area shall be such area within the city and such nearby territory as the council from time to time includes within the water service area by resolution. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.020(1).]
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026. | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.155273 | -1.055664 | -1.001953 | -1.481445 |
### 13.04.025 Mandatory application. | Each location within the city of Bethel shall have a signed application for water services on file at the city of Bethel. Property owners may apply for exemptions from service to the finance department. Such exemptions will not be unreasonably denied if the customer can demonstrate:
A. Water is being obtained from an ... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.841309 | -0.077942 | 0.875488 | -0.144165 |
### 13.04.030 Connection to proximate main required. | Upon completion of construction of a water main in front of, alongside of, or adjacent to improved property in an area, the department shall publish a notice that the water service is available to serve inhabitants of that area who shall make application for service or connect to the system within one (1) year after th... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.028091 | -0.340332 | 0.304199 | -0.672363 |
### 13.04.040 Segregation of private water supply. | When water service has been provided for improved property, all wells and springs on such property shall be completely segregated from the city water system. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.020(3).] | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.007813 | -1.46582 | -0.236816 | -0.633789 |
### 13.04.050 Service continuity and quality. | A. Supply.
1. Water service shall be provided by the department, which shall exercise reasonable diligence and care to deliver a continuous and sufficient supply of water to customers in adequate pressure and to avoid, insofar as reasonably possible, any shortage or interruption in delivery.
2. The city shall not be ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.219482 | -0.300049 | 0.178955 | 0.14209 |
## 13.04.060 Ownership of facilities. | All water mains, water connections, valves, fittings, hydrants and other appurtenances, except water extension lines, shall be the property of the city. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.030(3).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.205078 | -1.93457 | -0.474365 | -1.206055 |
## 13.04.070 Classes of service. | The classes of service shall be residential or commercial.
A. Residential services shall consist of all services where water is supplied for domestic purposes to a single-family dwelling unit.
B. Commercial services shall consist of all services where water is supplied for a commercial or business establishment, or m... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.858398 | -1.550781 | -0.418945 | -1.302734 |
## 13.04.080 Resale of water. | Resale of water shall be permitted only pursuant to written contract between the council and the party proposing to sell water. Only water purchased from the city of Bethel or prepackaged water may be resold within the city limits. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.030(5).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.183594 | -1.374023 | 0.368896 | -0.812012 |
## 13.04.085 Sale of metered water in bulk. | Resale of metered water in quantities of one hundred (100) gallons or more per fill is permitted only pursuant to a written contract executed between the city and the party proposing to buy water in bulk. The city is authorized to enter into such contracts on behalf of the city. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; Ord. 01-38 § 2.]
The B... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.282227 | -0.970703 | -0.35498 | -0.90332 |
### 13.04.090 Preference during shortage. | In case of a water shortage, the department may give preferences to customers as public convenience or necessity requires. Water service to customers outside the city shall at all times be subject to the prior superior rights of the customers within the city. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.030(6).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.368164 | -1.388672 | -0.366943 | -0.371582 |
### 13.04.100 Application for service. | Each applicant for water service shall sign an application form provided by the city finance office, giving the date of application, location of the premises to be served, the date applicant desires services to begin, class of service, the address for mailing bills, the size of fill required, and such other information... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.871094 | -0.870605 | -0.685059 | -1.262695 |
### 13.04.110 Credit establishment – Deposits. | At the time application for service is made, the applicant shall establish credit with the finance department.
**A. Establishment of Credit.** A water utility deposit will be required if the applicant has no previous credit history with the finance department. A deposit equal to two (2) months’ service, but not less t... | true | Rules | Zoning | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.357422 | 0.157227 | 1.447266 | -0.091492 |
## 13.04.120 Service changes. | A. Increased Level of Service for Hauled Customer. Existing customers in good standing may increase their level of service without an additional deposit due providing the original deposit equals two (2) months of service. Customers who are not in good standing shall be required to pay all outstanding balances before an... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.495117 | -0.620605 | 0.368408 | -0.665527 |
## 13.04.130 Mains and connections. | A. Within the City. Water mains to areas within the city not presently served with water shall be installed only upon authorization of the council.
B. Outside the City. Water mains outside the city shall be installed only at the expense of the customers served.
C. Ownership. All water mains and water connections, whe... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.763184 | -1.041016 | -0.259277 | -0.878906 |
### 13.04.140 Water extension. | The water extension shall be owned, installed and maintained by the applicant for water service. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.060(1).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.566406 | -1.510742 | -0.487061 | -1.285156 |
### 13.04.150 Service connection – Charge. | At the time the applicant files for water service where service has previously existed, or if the applicant is filing for a change in service class, size or location, the applicant shall submit with their application a service connection charge which will cover the actual cost to the department of the connection, plus ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.196289 | -0.996582 | -0.57373 | -1.137695 |
### 13.04.160 Service connection – Procedure. | Regulations, orders or procedures governing the installation of water extensions shall be promulgated by the department, subject to approval of the council by resolution. All water extensions and repairs, modifications or disconnections thereof shall be made only on the terms and conditions set forth in the Uniform Plu... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.021484 | 0.172241 | 0.011841 | -1.240234 |
### 13.04.170 Multiple service on one (1) extension. | A. The department may, at its option, serve two (2) or more premises or customers with one (1) water extension connection; provided, that such joint service water extension lines shall be of such a size as to provide a capacity of not less than the combined capacity of the individual water extension lines. No water ext... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.438232 | -0.306152 | -0.917969 | -1.030273 |
### 13.04.175 Service to multi-dwelling units. | Service and billing to multi-dwelling units where there is only one (1) connection or one (1) holding tank will be the sole responsibility of the property owner. [Ord. 14-08 § 2.]
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026. | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.76123 | -0.893555 | 0.169312 | -1.334961 |
## 13.04.180 Holding tank service. | Customers to whom a water main is not available may have water delivered to their properties for discharge into holding tanks; provided, that the location, type of holding tank and access thereto are approved by the department. Quantity and frequency of delivery shall be determined by regulations or orders of the depar... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.25293 | -0.434326 | 0.304443 | -0.773926 |
## 13.04.190 Fire protection service. | A customer having fire protection facilities on the premises or who uses water for other purposes through the same water extension connection shall be charged at the applicable rate for that customer’s class of service, regardless of such other use. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.060(7).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.961426 | -1.620117 | -0.356201 | -0.644043 |
## 13.04.200 Temporary service. | Temporary water extensions and water connections may be provided by the department for a period not to exceed six (6) months, unless an extension is granted by the department. Costs of connection, deposits, charges for installation and removal of equipment shall be established by the department, subject to approval by ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.43457 | -1.428711 | -0.824219 | -1.173828 |
## 13.04.210 Customer’s plumbing. | The customer’s plumbing, which shall include the water extension lines and all plumbing, piping, fixtures and other appurtenances carrying or intended to carry water on property owned or controlled by the customer between the
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026.
water... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.852051 | 0.107361 | 0.601074 | -1.148438 |
## 13.04.220 Control valve. | Customers shall install a suitable control valve in the water extension line at a location approved by the department, the operation of which valve will control the entire water supply to the premises served. It will be a violation of this chapter for the customer to operate, cause or permit unauthorized operation of t... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.31543 | -1.136719 | 0.400391 | 0.058716 |
## 13.04.230 Commercial service meters. | A. **Requirement.** The department may require installation of a water meter at the customer’s expense for any commercial service.
B. **Location.** Meters shall be placed in a location approved by the department.
C. **Joint Use.** Meters cannot be used by more than one (1) customer except as provided by written contr... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.192993 | -1.418945 | 0.791504 | -0.931152 |
## 13.04.240 Rates. | The city manager or the council may introduce an ordinance to increase or decrease the water rates in order to charge reasonable water rates. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; Ord. 04-24 § 3; prior code § 11.04.080.] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.47583 | -1.643555 | -0.790039 | -1.28418 |
## 13.04.250 Notices. | A. **To Customers.** Notices from the department to a customer will normally be given in writing, and either mailed to or delivered to the customer at their last known address. Where conditions warrant and during emergencies, the department may notify the customer either by telephone or messenger.
B. **From Customers.... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.677734 | -0.960449 | -0.430908 | -0.669922 |
## 13.04.260 Billing. | A. All bills shall be mailed on or before the fifth (5th) day of each month.
B. Each bill entered shall be due upon receipt. If the bill is not paid by the twenty-fifth (25th) day of the month in which mailed, or twenty (20) days after the date the bill is mailed, whichever is later, the account shall be considered de... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.700195 | -1.191406 | 0.208618 | -0.176392 |
## 13.04.270 Delinquent accounts. | A. The finance department shall send a notice of account delinquency to each customer when the account becomes delinquent.
B. Within fifteen (15) days after an account becomes delinquent, water may be turned off if the delinquent account is not paid in full prior thereto.
C. Prior to shutoff of delinquent accounts, t... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 1.004883 | -0.113281 | 1.59082 | 1.201172 |
## 13.04.280 Shutoff – By request. | Each customer shall give the department written notice of their intention to discontinue water service at least two (2) days prior to the date they wish water service discontinued, and shall specify the date service is to be discontinued; otherwise, the customer will be responsible for all water supplied to the premise... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.374268 | -1.219727 | 1.642578 | 0.00898 |
## 13.04.290 Shutoff – Nonpayment of charges. | If water service charges are not paid when due by any person, firm, corporation or other entity whose premises are served by water service, then the water service provided to that customer may be discontinued because of the default in the payment of the water service charges. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.110(2).... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.109924 | -1.683594 | 1.34082 | 0.668457 |
## 13.04.300 Shutoff – Improper plumbing. | A. The department may refuse to furnish water and may discontinue water service to any premises without prior notice where plumbing facilities, appliances or equipment using water are dangerous, unsafe or not in conformity with the plumbing regulations of the city.
B. No physical connection between the water service s... | true | Enforcement | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | 1.576172 | -0.480957 | 1.076172 | 1.331055 |
### 13.04.305 Access for water delivery. | A. Customers are responsible for maintaining their driveways clear and accessible on dates of scheduled and requested water deliveries.
B. The city will not be responsible for providing services to an address if the driveway is not accessible. This includes any obstruction (such as, but not limited to, parked vehicles... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.026932 | -1.123047 | 0.631836 | 0.066467 |
### 13.04.310 Shutoff – Waste or noncompliance. | The department may discontinue service to any customer, upon five (5) days’ written notice, for any of the following reasons:
A. Wasteful or negligent use of water;
B. Excessive use of water resulting in inadequate service to other customers;
C. Fraud or abuse by the customer. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.110... | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.94873 | -1.399414 | 0.798828 | 0.836914 |
### 13.04.320 Access for inspection. | Employees of the department shall have free access at all reasonable hours to any and all parts and structures of the premises in which water is or may be delivered for the purposes of inspecting connections, the conditions of the conduits and fixtures, and the manner and extent to which the water is being used. The de... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.490967 | -0.970703 | -0.154541 | -0.830566 |
### 13.04.330 Liability of city and customer. | The city shall not be liable for any loss or damage of any nature whatsoever caused by any defect in the water extension line or the customer’s plumbing or equipment, nor shall the city be liable for loss or damage due to
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026.
interrupt... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.166992 | -0.01049 | 0.263916 | -0.707031 |
## 13.04.340 Fire hydrants. | A. **Operation.** No person or persons other than those designated and authorized by the department shall open any fire hydrant belonging to the city, attempt to draw water from it or in any manner damage or tamper with it.
B. **Damage.** Any person who damages a fire hydrant shall be responsible for its complete repa... | true | Rules | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.361572 | -1.341797 | 0.429199 | 0.937012 |
## 13.04.350 Easement and right-of-way. | Each applicant and customer gives and grants to the city an easement and right-of-way on and across their property for the installation of water connections, water extensions and water mains and the necessary valves and equipment used in connection therewith. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.180.] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.140625 | -1.594727 | -1.345703 | -1.205078 |
## 13.04.360 Experiments and innovations. | Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit the use of experimental and/or innovative processes or procedures for water service. The operation of such device, process or procedure shall have the prior approval of the city council. The committee shall approve all such devices, processes and procedures that ar... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.021698 | -0.672852 | -0.316406 | -0.146118 |
## 13.04.370 Suspension of provisions. | No employee of the department is authorized to suspend or alter any of the provisions hereof without specific approval or direction of the city council, except in cases of emergency involving a danger of loss of life or property or which would place the water system operation in jeopardy. [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.235596 | -0.816895 | 0.017517 | 0.891602 |
## 13.04.380 Administration and enforcement. | This chapter shall be administered and enforced by the city manager. The city council shall have the authority to establish and regulate monthly rates for water service pursuant to AS 29.48. All rates and other charges adopted by the council shall be by ordinance and available for public inspection during regular busin... | false | Process | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.003534 | -0.568359 | -1.018555 | -0.972656 |
## 13.04.390 Violation – Penalty. | Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter is guilty of an infraction and shall be fined three hundred dollars ($300). [Ord. 14-08 § 2; prior code § 11.04.160.] | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.076416 | -1.729492 | -0.352783 | 0.100525 |
## 13.08.010 Definitions. | As used in this chapter:
A. “Applicant” means the person or persons, firm or corporation or other entity making application for sewer service from the department under the terms of this chapter.
B. “City-approved sewage system” means a holding tank or service line that meets requirements set forth in this chapter.
C... | false | Context | null | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.574707 | 0.155396 | 0.173462 | -0.450439 |
## 13.08.020 Service area. | The sewer service area shall be such area within the city and such nearby territory as the council shall from time to time include within the sewer service area by resolution. [Prior code § 11.12.020(1).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.139648 | -1.350586 | -1.051758 | -1.537109 |
## 13.08.025 Mandatory subscription. | Each person shall be jointly and severally responsible to subscribe for sewer service from the city and shall so subscribe for city-approved sewer service no later than October 1, 1994. The city or its designee shall regularly collect sewage from each premises by either an interceptor or by a holding tank. [Ord. 07-03 ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.641113 | -1.353516 | 0.575195 | -0.473389 |
## 13.08.030 Connection to proximate interceptor. | Wherever there is constructed within the sewer service area an interceptor for the purpose of transmitting sewage to the sewage treatment plant or lagoon, the owner or owners of the property abutting any street, alley or right-of-way along which the interceptor is constructed, must connect all improvements on such prop... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.483887 | 0.685059 | 0.5625 | 0.600098 |
## 13.08.040 Service obligations of city. | A. Sewer service shall be provided by the department, which shall exercise reasonable diligence and care to ensure the uninterrupted operation of the system.
B. The city shall not be liable for damage resulting from interruption in service. Temporary suspension of service by the department for improvements and repairs... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.73291 | -0.868164 | -0.040771 | 0.050964 |
## 13.08.050 Ownership of facilities. | All interceptors, pump stations, valves, fittings, outfall pipes, aeration equipment, and related facilities and appurtenances, except customer service lines, shall be the property of the city, unless otherwise provided by the council by written contract. [Prior code § 11.12.030(3).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.172852 | -1.24707 | -0.252197 | -1.054688 |
## 13.08.060 Classes of service. | The classes of service shall be residential or commercial. Residential services shall consist of all services where sewer service is supplied for domestic purposes to a single-family dwelling unit. Commercial services shall consist of all services where sewer service is supplied for a commercial or business establishme... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.785156 | -0.686035 | -0.664063 | -1.204102 |
### 13.08.070 Obedience to rules and regulations. | Each person required to subscribe to sewer collection service shall sign a service form provided by the department, giving the date, location of the premises to be served, class of service, the address for mailing bills and such other information as the department may reasonably require. All persons required to subscri... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.636719 | -0.791504 | 0.012108 | -1.003906 |
### 13.08.080 Credit – Deposits – Assistance. | Each person required to subscribe to sewer collection service shall establish credit with the finance department.
A. **Establishment of Credit.** A utility deposit will be required. A deposit equal to the estimated bill for two (2) months’ service, but not less than one hundred dollars ($100), shall be required.
B. *... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.5625 | -0.705078 | 0.705566 | -0.473877 |
### 13.08.090 Changes in service. | A. **Increased Level of Service.** Existing customers in good standing may increase their level of service without an additional deposit due providing the original deposit equals two (2) months of service. Customers who are not in good standing shall be required to pay all outstanding balances before an increased level... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.807129 | -0.359863 | 0.218872 | -0.639648 |
## 13.08.100 Extension of service. | A. Within the City. Sewer service to areas within the city not presently served with sewers shall be provided only upon authorization of the council.
B. Outside the City. Sewer service to areas outside the city shall be provided only at the expense of the customers served. [Prior code § 11.12.050(1), (2).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.822754 | -1.461914 | 0.058075 | -0.789551 |
## 13.08.110 Interceptors and appurtenances. | A. Ownership. All interceptors and other appurtenances of every kind constituting and used for the sewer system, except customer service lines, shall be the property of the city, and shall be installed by the department or the applicants, in accordance with plans and specifications approved by the department.
B. Locat... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.173828 | -0.855469 | -0.603027 | -0.972168 |
## 13.08.120 Service lines. | Customer service lines shall be owned, installed and maintained by the applicant for sewer services. [Prior code § 11.12.060(1).] | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.441406 | -1.332031 | -0.762695 | -1.351563 |
## 13.08.125 Service lines – Charges. | The city will perform maintenance on grinder pumps used for the piped sewer system. The charges will only be assessed if repair is attributed to negligence, as determined by the public works utilities maintenance foreman. At the time the customer receives service to rebuild, repair or replace a grinder pump, the custom... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.539551 | -0.270508 | -0.374512 | -0.561523 |
## 13.08.130 Service connection – Charge. | At the time the applicant files for sewer service where service has previously existed, or if the applicant is filing for a change in service, class, size, or location, the applicant shall submit with their application a service connection charge which will cover the actual cost to the department of the connection, plu... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -1.145508 | -1.106445 | -0.498779 | -1.108398 |
## 13.08.140 Service connection – Installation. | Regulations, orders or procedures governing installation of customer service lines shall be promulgated by the department, subject to approval of the council by resolution. All customer service lines and repairs, modifications or disconnections thereof shall be made only on the terms and conditions set forth in the Uni... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.842773 | -0.030212 | 0.255127 | -1.202148 |
## 13.08.150 Multiple service on one (1) line. | A. The department may, at its option, serve two (2) or more premises or customers with one (1) customer service line; provided, that such joint service customer service lines shall be of such a size to provide a capacity of not less than the combined capacity of individual customer service lines. No customer service li... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.425781 | -0.4104 | -0.566895 | -1.110352 |
### 13.08.160 Holding tanks. | A. All persons required to subscribe to sewer collection services but to whom a sewer line is not available shall have sewage collected from their property or residence; provided, that the location, type of holding tank, and access thereto is approved by the department. Quantity and frequency of sewer services shall be... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.107788 | -0.411865 | 0.781738 | -0.085876 |
### 13.08.170 Temporary service. | Temporary sewer extensions and sewer connections may be provided by the department for a period not to exceed six (6) months, unless an extension is granted by the department. Cost of connection, deposits, charges for installation and removal of equipment shall be established by the department, subject to approval by t... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.452881 | -1.456055 | -0.772461 | -1.157227 |
### 13.08.180 Customer plumbing. | A. The customer’s plumbing, which shall include the sewer extension lines and all plumbing, piping, fixtures and all other appurtenances carrying or intended to carry sewage on property owned or controlled by the customer, shall comply with the plumbing regulations of the city.
B. Customers shall install a suitable co... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.11261 | -0.473633 | 1.032227 | 0.168457 |
### 13.08.190 Rates. | The manager or the council may introduce an ordinance to increase or decrease the sewer rates by May first (1st) of each year or at any other time in order to charge reasonable sewer rates. The sewer rates shall be available in the city clerk’s office for public inspection during regular business hours. [Ord. 04-24 § 3... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.765137 | -1.496094 | -0.84375 | -1.139648 |
## 13.08.200 Notices. | A. To Customers. Notices from the department to a customer will normally be given in writing, and either mailed to or delivered to the customer at their last known address. Where conditions warrant and in emergencies, the department may notify the customer either by telephone or messenger.
B. From Customers. Notices f... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.589844 | -1.144531 | -0.412109 | -0.633301 |
## 13.08.210 Billing. | A. All bills, except the connection fee, shall be included in the bill for city water service. Customers receiving the sewer service, but who do not receive water service, shall be billed separately. All bills shall be mailed on or before the fifth (5th) day of each month.
B. Each bill entered shall be due upon receip... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.664063 | -1.15625 | -0.005386 | -0.11969 |
## 13.08.220 Delinquency. | A. The city shall send a notice of account delinquency to each customer on or after ten (10) days after the account becomes delinquent.
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026.
B. On or before fifteen (15) days after an account becomes delinquent, a notice of delinquency ... | true | Enforcement | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.92041 | -0.156494 | 1.047852 | 1.412109 |
## 13.08.230 Discontinuance – Customer request. | Each person who is moving from a premises for which they were required to subscribe for sewer service shall give the department written notice of their intention to move from the premises at least two (2) days prior to the date of their move. Said notice shall specify whether the premises will continue to be inhabited ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.460938 | -0.651855 | 1.259766 | 0.337891 |
## 13.08.240 Sanitary facilities nuisance declared. | Any building inhabited or owned by any person required to subscribe to sewage collection services for which no subscription for sewage service has been made, or for which delinquent charges for sewage services exist, or whose facilities for the disposal of sewage are not in serviceable working order, or have not been a... | true | Enforcement | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 1.37207 | 0.116882 | 0.871094 | 1.932617 |
## 13.08.241 Abatement of nuisance. | Any common or public nuisance as defined by BMC 13.08.240 shall be abated as follows:
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026.
A. The owner of the property and an inhabitant of the building shall be given a notice to abate by the city manager, by the police chief or by an... | true | Enforcement | Nuisance | cities | ak | bethel | null | 1.675781 | 0.059143 | 1.038086 | 1.385742 |
## 13.08.243 Violation. | It is unlawful for any person to continue any violation of which they have received notice beyond the period specified in such notice. Each day for which any violation continues shall be considered a separate violation. [Ord. 94-12S § 11.] | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.60498 | -1.381836 | -0.014359 | 0.620117 |
## 13.08.245 Injunctive relief. | The city may seek injunctive relief to halt a continuing violation of this chapter or to mandate compliance with this chapter or both. [Ord. 94-12S § 11.] | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.118835 | -0.898438 | -0.604492 | -0.005074 |
## 13.08.247 Penalty. | Any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of not more than one hundred dollars ($100). [Ord. 94-12S § 11.]
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026. | true | Enforcement | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.052826 | -1.486328 | -0.349365 | -0.114868 |
### 13.08.250 Access for sewer evacuation. | A. The customer is responsible for maintaining their driveway clear and accessible on dates of scheduled and requested sewage tank evacuation.
B. The city will not provide sewage tank evacuation service to an address if the driveway is not accessible. This includes any obstruction including, but not limited to, parked... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.12323 | -0.711426 | 1.305664 | 0.703125 |
### 13.08.260 Access for inspection. | Employees of the department shall have free access at all reasonable hours to any and all parts and structures of the premises from which sewage is carried for the purpose of inspecting connections, the conditions of pipes and fixtures, and the quality and composition of the sewage. The department does not, however, as... | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.745605 | -0.979004 | -0.2052 | -0.657715 |
### 13.08.270 Liability of city and responsibility of customer. | The city shall not be liable for any loss or damage of any nature whatsoever caused by any defect in the customer service line or the customer’s plumbing or equipment, nor shall the city be liable for loss or damage due to interruption of sewer service.
The customer is responsible for maintaining and monitoring the co... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | -0.929199 | -0.727051 | 0.125854 | -0.059174 |
## 13.08.280 Prohibited substances. | It is unlawful and a violation of this chapter for a customer or any other person to deposit or allow to be placed in the sewer system any of the following materials:
A. Petroleum, coal tar, vegetable and mineral oils and products, and their derivatives and wastes;
B. Greases, oils and sludges from service stations, ... | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.57666 | -0.542969 | 0.637695 | 1.62793 |
## 13.08.290 Unlawful sewage disposal. | It is unlawful for a person to dispose of sewage, liquid waste or human excreta from any premises by any method other than through utilization of the city sewer service or its appointed designee. [Ord. 94-12S § 12; prior code § 11.12.130(2).] | true | Rules | Other | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.294678 | -1.28125 | 0.833496 | 1.12793 |
## 13.08.300 Individual sewer system. | It is unlawful for any person to operate or maintain an individual sewage disposal system, without a state wastewater discharge permit, 18 AAC 72.010. [Ord. 94-12S § 13; prior code § 11.12.130(3).]
The Bethel Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 26-03, passed February 24, 2026. | true | Rules | Buildings | cities | ak | bethel | null | 0.545898 | -0.564941 | 0.48877 | 0.178223 |
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