§ 32-123. Fences, screening.

(a)

Fences/screening. Fences shall be required on drill sites during initial drilling, completion or reworking operations. A secured entrance gate shall be required. All gates are to be kept locked when the operator or his employees are not within the enclosure. Within 30 days after production has been established, all operation sites shall be completely enclosed by a chain link fence at least eight feet in height, but not greater than ten feet, with slats.

(b)

Gate specifications. All fences shall be equipped with at least one gate. The gate shall meet the following specifications:

(1)

Each gate shall be not less than 12 feet wide and be composed of two gates, each of which is not less than six feet wide, or one sliding gate not less than 12 feet wide. If two gates are used, gates shall latch and lock in the center of the span;

(2)

The gates shall be provided with a combination catch and locking attachment device for a padlock, and shall be kept locked except when being used for access to the site; and

(3)

Operator must provide the fire marshal with a Knox Padlock or Knox Box with a key to access the well site to be used only in case of an emergency.

(Code 1994, § 4.721; Ord. No. 496, § 1, 8-18-2010)