Hydrant Permits

Fire Hydrant Permits are required for both private and public hydrants within the District.  Permits must be applied for and approved by GEID in advance of required use.  In addition, a certified backflow device must be used by the applicant when using the hydrants.  

Private hydrants are normally located within multi-family complexes and institutions, schools and other large complexes such as shopping centres.  Access to these hydrants is permitted, but only by qualified personnel and upon receipt of a permit from GEID. 

Public hydrants are situated on public roadways or right-of-ways.  Access to these hydrants is permitted for qualified use and upon application, and payment, to GEID. 

Permit applications are a requirement of water districts and the City of Kelowna & Ellison Fire Depts.  Unauthorized access or incorrect procedures in using hydrants will result in fines.  In addition, incorrect procedures in accessing hydrants can cause deterioration in  water quality or water hammers and may result in fines.

A copy of the District's Hydrant Permit is attached. PERMIT.pdf