Pub. L. 83-364, tit. II, sec. 209

Sec. 209. All meters or other measuring devices installed or required to be used under the provisions of this title shall be under the control of the Commissioners, who shall promulgate all regulations necessary in their judgment to effectuate the purposes of this title. The owner or occupant of the property upon which any such measuring device is installed shall be responsible for its maintenance and safekeeping, and all repairs thereto shall be made at the owner’s cost, whether such repairs are made necessary by ordinary wear and tear or other causes. Bills for such repairs, if made by the District, shall be due and payable when rendered, and the Commissioners are authorized to provide for stopping the supply of water to any building or establishment upon the failure to pay such charge for meter repairs.