§ 18-26. Purpose; permit required to drill or abandon well; administrative duties of county

(a) It is the purpose of this chapter to control the construction and reconstruction of wells to the end that the ground water of this city will not be impaired in quality and that water obtained from such wells will be suitable for the purpose for which used and will not jeopardize the health, safety or welfare of the people of this city; and to provide for the destruction of abandoned wells or wells found to be public nuisances to the end that such wells will not impair the quality of ground water or otherwise jeopardize the health, safety or welfare of the people of this city.

(b) The City of Costa Mesa recognizes the need to adopt standard procedures for the drilling and abandonment of wells. All persons or companies drilling wells or abandoning wells within the city limits of Costa Mesa shall secure a permit from the health officer of the County of Orange. The County of Orange shall collect the necessary fees, provide administration and inspection for construction or abandonments. The County of Orange shall furnish a copy to the city of all permits issued.

(Ord. No. 73-21, § 1, 6-4-73)