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§ 26-85 — Same—Backflow prevention device testing and repair

Code of Ordinances, City of Tampa (Supp. No. 148: codified through Ordinance No. 2025-152, enacted December 18, 2025) · Tampa City Code § 26-85

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Sec. 26-85. - Same—Backflow prevention device testing and repair.

(a) All reduced pressure principle backflow preventers, double check valve assemblies and pressure vacuum breakers shall be tested at the time of installation and afterwards at a minimum frequency of once per year by a certified backflow prevention device technician. Certified test results shall be forwarded to the department within seven (7) calendar days following the completion of the testing procedure. The department may require more frequent testing should the operating history of the device dictate. (b) All repairs for backflow prevention devices which are required to be tested shall be conducted by certified backflow prevention device technicians or other persons approved by the department to make such repairs.

(Ord. No. 89-253, § 2(58-80), 9-28-89; Ord. No. 2016-176, § 16, 11-17-2016)