From time to time a connection to an Englewood fire hydrant is needed for a variety of construction-related activities. When such a connection is desired, the following regulations must be followed:

• Connections to fire hydrants in the City of Englewood require a permit that will be issued by the Utilities Department.
• A fire hydrant permit may be obtained from the Utilities Department with a $2,000.00 deposit. If a trailer/truck of less than 1,500 gallons capacity is used, the deposit is $1,500.00. Hydrant permits are intended for temporary use, not to exceed one year. 
• The fire hydrant to be used must be selected from a list of designated hydrants. The applicant may also submit a request to use a specific hydrant. The Utilities Department will review the request and decide if the hydrant is ok to use.
• A pre-use and post-use inspection of the fire hydrant will be performed by a Utilities Department technician to determine the condition of the hydrant and assess any damage that may have occurred during use.
• The customer shall provide the following required equipment:
  • A 3" fire hydrant meter
  • 3/4" adapter if needed
  • Backflow prevention assembly or adequate air gap
  • Flow adjusting valve
  • A fire hydrant wrench
• The Utilities Department has a limited number of hydrant meters and they are available on a first-come first-served basis.
• The customer will be issued a fire hydrant permit sign that MUST be placed on the fire hydrant while drawing water. The sign must be returned to the Utilities Department upon termination of use or a $50 fee will be deducted from the damage deposit check.
• Water use is charged at the Inside City Monthly Metered Usage Rate and shall be billed separately after the final meter usage is read. The minimum charge for water use from a hydrant is based on 10,000 gallons at the Inside City Monthly Metered Usage Rate.
• If the hydrant user does not meet any one of the above requirements, the fire hydrant permit shall be rendered invalid. In addition, the Englewood Code Enforcement Division may issue a summons to appear in Municipal Court for violation of the City Ordinance.