THE TOWN OF HARWICH WATER DEPARTMENT RULES & REGULATIONS

SECTION 1 - Definitions

1.1 Consumer
The term "consumer" shall mean the individual, firm, corporation or any entity listed as the owner of the property.

1.2 Main
A "main" shall mean the supply pipe laid in the street from which house connections are made. The Department shall consider part of the main to include from corp. stop to the street side of the curb stop.

1.3 Service
A "service" shall mean the pipe running from the curb stop and a curb box into property.

1.4 Contractors and Developers
Contractors and Developers shall mean an individual, firm, corporation or any entity who installs water mains, water services and their appurtenances.

1.5 Superintendent
"Superintendent" shall mean the Superintendent of the Water Department or theSuperintendent's designee.

1.6 Department
"Department" shall mean the Town of Harwich Water Department.

1.7 Additional Definitions
Additional definitions as applicable are adopted as set forth in Massachusetts Plumbing Code, 248 CMR and in the Massachusetts Fire Prevention Regulations, 527 CMR.