Chapter 19.02
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sections:
19.02.030 General requirements.
19.02.040 Relationship to other regulations.
19.02.050 Improvements – Construction.
19.02.060 Performance assurance.
19.02.070 Suspension of permits.
19.02.080 Maintenance of incomplete improvements.
19.02.090 Developer extension agreement.
19.02.095 Construction control and inspection, submittals.
19.02.100 Definitions and reference specifications.
19.02.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this title is to provide a separate title that establishes and codifies the design and construction standards, and the processes for installing public infrastructure improvements that occur within the city of Entiat. It is further the purpose of this title to provide a concise location for describing and referencing the adopted development standards documents. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.020 Applicability.
(1) The requirements and specifications of this title shall apply to all infrastructure improvements, public or private, to be designed and constructed within the city, whether required as a condition of development permit approval or as a result of an individual request for extension.
(2) This title is applicable to all utilities, including roadways and streets, water, sewer, and stormwater facilities; every new placement and every planned nonemergency replacement of existing utility poles and other utility structures within the city of Entiat right-of-way. This includes but is not limited to street improvements, newly constructed roads and right-of-way facilities, modifications of existing roadway/utility facilities, required off-site improvements for land developments, or capital improvement projects when so required by the city of Entiat, or to the extent they are expressly referred to in project plans and specifications.
(a) Any subdivision of land or development as described in the city’s subdivision and zoning regulations abutting and impacting existing streets shall improve the frontage of those roads in accordance with the adopted standards as referenced in EMC 19.01.010(2). The public works director or designee shall base the extent of improvements on an assessment of the impacts of the proposed land development.
(b) Any development that negatively impacts the service level, safety, or operational efficiency of roads or utilities, or is required by other city code or ordinance to improve such infrastructure, shall make improvements in accordance with the requirements of this title.
(c) The public works director or designee shall base the extent of off-site improvements to serving roads and utilities on an assessment of the impacts of the proposed development.
(d) Any land development that contains internal roads shall construct or improve those roadways to the standards adopted in this title. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.025 Administration.
Administration of this title shall be the responsibility of the public works director or his/her designee, and shall be conducted as described herein. Provisions of Section 1-05 of the WSDOT/APWA Standard Specifications shall apply, with the term “Public Works Director or designee” therein construed to be the public works director or designee. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.030 General requirements.
(1) The standards for the construction of all additions and/or improvements to city facilities shall be those contained and/or referenced within this title, and are intended to represent the minimum standards for the design and construction of public facilities. These standards are intended as guidelines for designers and developers in preparing their plans, studies and/or reports and for the city in reviewing the same. Where minimum values are stated, greater values should be used whenever practical, and where maximum values are stated, lesser values should be used where practical.
(2) The city may require more stringent standards to be followed if, in the circumstances of a particular project, more stringent standards or different materials or equipment are necessary to protect the public health, safety or welfare, or to prevent or mitigate potential adverse environmental impacts. If more stringent standards are required to be met, then the city shall provide timely written notification to the contractor of the more stringent standards with a written explanation as to the reasons therefor.
(3) Alternate design standards may be accepted when it can be shown, to the satisfaction of the city, that such alternate standards will provide a design equal to or superior to that specified. In evaluating the alternate design, the city shall consider appearance, durability, ease of maintenance, public safety and other appropriate factors, including the most current versions of the documents adopted per EMC 19.01.010(2).
(4) Where improvements are not covered by this title or by the other referenced documents, the city will be the sole judge in establishing appropriate standards. Where these standards conflict with any existing city ordinances, or if discrepancies exist within the body of this text, the higher standards shall be utilized as determined by the public works director.
(5) It is the developer’s responsibility to be fully informed regarding the nature, quality and the extent of the work to be done, and if in doubt, to secure specific instructions from the city.
(6) The developer shall be responsible for paying all costs related to the development and construction of the infrastructure/utilities.
(7) The developer will provide and dedicate in favor of the city adequate easements for utilities and right-of-way for streets and roads.
(8) The developer shall be responsible for paying for all costs and expenses incurred by the city in the pursuit of project submittal, review, approval, construction, and inspection. These costs include, but are not limited to, the utilization of staff and consultants as may be necessary, at the city’s discretion, to adequately review and inspect construction of the project(s). All legal, planning, administrative and engineering fees for project review, meetings, approvals, site visits, construction inspection, etc., shall be subject to the most current fee schedule/resolution adopted by the city council and/or any other fees that may be established by the city council from time to time. The developer is cautioned that project approval, city acceptance and/or occupancy permits will be denied until all bills are paid in full.
(9) Work shall be performed only by a Washington State licensed and bonded contractor with experience in municipal public works construction.
(10) Plans for roads and road drainage and utilities shall be prepared by a Washington State licensed professional civil engineer and submitted consistent with the adopted standards. These requirements shall apply to public or private roads whether constructed by private party or public agency. The Entiat SPG contains a plan preparation checklist of construction plan requirements.
(11) The developer shall submit three complete sets of construction drawings and specifications, designed and certified by a licensed civil engineer registered in the state of Washington, prior to starting construction. The construction drawings and specifications shall comply with the specific conditions of approval for the project, as well as conforming to all applicable city codes, regulations, rules and policies.
(12) Subject to review, the public works director or designee may waive engineer design and/or plan requirements, wholly or in part, based on the following criteria:
(a) No more than 5,000 square feet will be cleared and graded within the city right-of-way or easement; and
(b) The existing grade or slope in the city right-of-way or easement does not exceed 12 percent; and
(c) The work will not intercept a stream or wetland or otherwise impact natural surface drainage as set forth in this code and/or the standard specifications, or Entiat SPG; and
(d) The work is required as part of a development permit that involves less than 100 lineal feet of existing public improvement; and
(e) The submitted drawings and required permits, demonstrating compliance with the provisions contained within this title, are sufficient to describe the improvements to be constructed. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.040 Relationship to other regulations.
(1) Other laws, ordinances, regulations and plans have a direct impact on the development of land. As part of the overall development regulations for the city of Entiat, this title recognizes and incorporates the standards, provisions and regulations contained in other rules, regulations and ordinances of the city, including but not limited to the zoning code, the development standards code, the comprehensive plan, the standard plan guidebook, the International Building Code, etc., as they exist now or as may hereafter be amended. These laws, regulations and ordinances pertain to items including but not limited to streets, sidewalks, water systems, sanitary sewer systems, storm drainage facilities, and including the laws, ordinances, regulations and plans of federal, state and local agencies. As such, approvals granted pursuant to this title shall only occur in compliance with these other regulatory tools as well as the comprehensive plan and any other applicable planning documents.
(2) Where provisions of other official controls and regulations overlap or conflict with provisions of this title, whether federal, state or local, the more restrictive provisions shall govern. In the event of conflict with any other city standards, the public works director or designee shall determine which standards shall control.
(3) Neither this chapter nor any administrative decision made under it:
(a) Exempts the permittee from procuring other required permits or complying with the requirements and conditions of such a permit; or
(b) Limits the right of any person to maintain against the permittee at any time any appropriate action, at law or in equity, for relief from damages caused by the permittee arising from the permitted activity. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.050 Improvements – Construction.
Work performed in the construction or improvement of city streets and utilities, whether by or for a private developer or by city contractor, shall be done in accordance with the adopted city standards and approved plans and specifications. It is emphasized that no work may be started until such plans are approved. The public works director or designee shall approve any revision to such plans before being implemented.
Design and construction of required public improvements shall be completed in the following manner:
(1) After the construction drawings and specifications have been approved by the city engineer, and prior to the start of construction, a pre-construction meeting shall be conducted. The applicant/developer, his/her on-site job supervisor, representatives of any and all subcontractors, affected utility purveyors, other affected agencies, the city public works director and other city personnel as needed shall attend the pre-construction meeting. At this meeting, the construction drawings and specifications will be reviewed along with any specific issues or concerns related to the project, construction materials to be used shall be reviewed and approved, and the developer will provide a project schedule detailing the timing and sequencing of construction activities.
(2) At the conclusion of the preconstruction meeting, the public works director shall authorize the developer to proceed with construction in accordance with the approved construction drawings and specifications, and as described and agreed to at the pre-construction conference. As determined necessary by the city for complex projects, the construction of improvements may be required to proceed under the supervision of a licensed civil engineer.
(3) Any necessary changes to the original, approved construction drawings or specifications shall be submitted to and approved by the city in advance of the construction of those changes.
(4) The city may conduct periodic inspections of the work in progress during construction to determine conformance with the approved construction drawings and specifications, any agreements formed during the preconstruction meeting and with other city regulations. These inspections will not serve to direct the construction activities or otherwise administer the project, or make any determinations as to the percentage of completion of any portion of the project. As determined necessary by the city, the inspections may be performed by a licensed civil engineer. The lack of inspection by the city will not alter the responsibilities of the developer to properly construct the project.
(5) The city may require special tests such as material tests, compaction tests, structural tests, performance tests of mechanical items or television inspection and videotaping, to be conducted by the developer for submittal to the city.
(6) The public works director or designee will have authority to enforce the standards as well as other referenced or pertinent specifications. The public works director or designee will appoint project engineers, assistants, and inspectors as necessary to inspect the work and they will exercise such authority as the public works director or designee may delegate.
(7) Upon completion of the initial phases of construction and at the final completion of the work, the city may require reports, drawings and supplements thereto to be prepared and submitted by the owner and/or an appropriate qualified professional approved by the city. The developer shall furnish the city with an itemization of all costs associated with the construction of the public streets and/or utilities in order that a bill of sale can be prepared.
(8) The permittee or his/her agent shall notify the city when the operation is ready for final inspection. Final approval, including acceptance of the improvement when applicable, shall not be given until all work has been completed in accordance with the final approved plans and specifications, any as-built drawings and/or supplemental reports have been submitted and accepted, and all fees have been paid.
(9) After the completion of construction and acceptance of the improvements by the city, three sets of “as-built” drawings showing the improvements as constructed shall be certified as true and complete by a registered civil engineer and one copy shall be reproducible mylar. The certified “as-built” drawings shall be submitted to the city prior to any final approvals and/or acceptance of the improvements by the city.
(10) The developer shall be required, upon completion of the work and prior to acceptance by the city, to furnish the city with a written guarantee covering all material and workmanship for a period of two years after the date of final acceptance and the developer shall make all necessary repairs during that period at his own expense, if such repairs are necessary as the result of furnishing poor materials and/or workmanship. The developer shall obtain warranties from the contractors, subcontractors and suppliers of material or equipment where such warranties are required and shall deliver copies to the city upon completion of the work. The surety shall be equal in value to 150 percent of the total value of the required public improvements as determined by the city. The city shall withhold final approval until any required security for completion and the required security for maintenance are filed. The city may perform maintenance on any public improvement if the developer fails to complete the work within the specified time, or if timely completion is necessary for public health, safety or welfare. Maintenance performed by the city during the required maintenance period does not waive the developer’s responsibility for required maintenance.
(11) The developer shall have all public improvements inspected by a licensed professional engineer one month prior to the end of the warranty and maintenance period and document the inspection in a report to be submitted to the city. Said professional engineering report shall be required prior to final acceptance of the public improvements by the city. In the event that flaws in workmanship or materials occur during the two-year warranty period, final acceptance may be extended by the city on recommendation by a licensed professional engineer.
(12) The original design drawings drawn on linen or mylar and other necessary data shall also be submitted at the completion of construction for completion of construction record drawings by the city and shall remain the property of the city. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.060 Performance assurance.
(1) All improvements shall be fully completed prior to the final approval of a development permit, land division, issuance of a certificate of occupancy or actual occupancy, as directed by applicable codes or regulations, unless an alternative performance assurance device, a contractual agreement, an agreement and partial funding for a local improvement district (LID), or a bond between the developer and the city has been executed and approved in accordance with this chapter.
(2) The performance assurance device shall be approved by the city council in an amount approved by the city engineer, as appropriate, and shall be in a form acceptable to the city attorney.
(3) The performance assurance device shall be for a period of not more than one year for each phase of the development, unless a time schedule for the performance assurance device is approved by the city. The time period may be extended depending on the type of project and phasing schedule.
(4) The city shall determine the specific type of assurance device required in order to ensure completion of the required conditions of approval. The value of the device shall equal at least 150 percent of the estimated cost of the required improvements, as reviewed and approved by the city. The assurance device shall be utilized by the city to perform any necessary work, to reimburse the city for performing any necessary work, and to reimburse the city for documented administrative costs associated with action on the device. If costs incurred by the city exceed the amount provided by the assurance device, the property owner and/or applicant shall reimburse the city in full, or the city may file a lien against the subject property for the amount of any deficit.
(5) If the performance device or evidence of a similar device is required, the property owner and/or applicant shall provide the city with an irrevocable notarized agreement granting the city and its agents the right to enter the property and perform any required work remaining uncompleted at the expiration of the completion date(s) identified in the assurance device.
(6) Upon completion of the required work by the property owner and approval by the city, at or prior to expiration of the completion date(s) identified in the assurance device, the city shall promptly release the device or evidence thereof.
(7) The city may enforce the bonds or performance or maintenance security described in this chapter according to their terms, pursuant to any and all legal and equitable remedies. In addition any completion or maintenance security filed pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to enforcement in the following manner:
(a) In the event the improvements are not completed as required, or maintenance is not performed satisfactorily, the city shall notify the property owner and/or applicant and the guarantor in writing, which shall set forth the specific defects which must be remedied or repaired and shall state a specific time by which such shall be completed.
(b) In the event repairs or maintenance are not completed as specified in the notice referred to in subsection (7)(a) of this section by the specified time, the city may proceed to repair the defect or perform the maintenance by either force account, using city forces, or by private contractor. Upon completion of the repairs or maintenance, the costs thereof, plus interest at 12 percent per annum, shall be due and owing to the city from the owners and guarantor as a joint and several obligation.
(8) In the event the city is required to bring suit to enforce maintenance, the property owner and/or applicant and guarantor shall be responsible for any costs and attorneys’ fees incurred by the city as a result of the action. In the event that the security is in the form of a cash deposit with the city, the city may deduct all costs set forth in this section from the cash on deposit and the property owner and/or applicant shall be required to replenish the same for the duration of the guaranty period. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.070 Suspension of permits.
The public works director or city engineer may suspend or revoke a permit or issue a stop work order whenever he/she determines that:
(1) The activities or intended activities have become or will constitute a hazard to persons; endanger property; adversely affect the safety, use or stability of any public way or facility; or
(2) The owner/developer and/or the authorized representatives have violated a provision of the permit or of other provisions of the Entiat Municipal Code; or
(3) There are changes in the site characteristics upon which a waiver was granted or a permit was approved; or
(4) Construction is not in accordance with the approved plans and specifications; or
(5) Noncompliance with correction notice(s) previously issued for the site. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.080 Maintenance of incomplete improvements.
The city may decline to accept responsibility for the maintenance of streets, utilities and/or any other required public improvements until said improvements are completed and accepted in writing by the city. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.090 Developer extension agreement.
(1) The city hereby requires owners of real property within the city to enter into agreements with the city for the extension of street facilities to such real property, and authorizes owners of real property within the city or without the city limits to enter into agreements with the city for the extension of water, sewer, and stormwater facilities to such real property. The owner of the property for which the improvements are being made shall enter into a developer extension agreement with the city on forms supplied by the city, post a performance bond and insurance as provided herein, and pay all applicable administrative, inspection, and permit fees, and all actual costs to the city associated with the project that exceed the fees established from time to time by the city council, including but not limited to legal, engineering, consultant and planning fees, as set forth in the agreement. Applicants for developer extension agreements shall be in compliance with all city ordinances, rules and regulations to be eligible for processing of their application.
(2) If any public utilities such as water mains, sanitary or storm sewers are required, for the purpose of benefiting additional or adjacent properties, to be sized larger than the minimum sizes set forth in this title, the City of Entiat Standard Plan Guidebook, or as required by other regulatory guidelines, then such utility shall be constructed to such size and design as determined by the city engineer. Reimbursement to the developer for the costs of this oversize construction in order to benefit additional or adjacent properties, and the terms of the oversize reimbursements, will be defined in the developer extension agreement and prior to start of construction. If the terms are not established in the developer extension agreement and actual amounts determined prior to the start of construction, then the developer/owner will have been deemed to have waived his right to any oversizing credit. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.095 Construction control and inspection, submittals.
(1) Subdivision, Commercial and Right-of-Way Inspection. For construction on all roads and drainage facilities, proposed or in progress, which relates to subdivision, commercial and right-of-way development, city of Entiat public works will do inspection. Unless otherwise instructed by the public works director or designee, construction events which require monitoring or inspection by public works are identified as follows, with prior notification to public works (telephone 509-784-1500):
(a) Preconstruction Conference. Three working days’ prior notice. Conference must precede the beginning of construction and include contractor, designing engineer, utilities, and other parties affected. Plan approvals and permits must be in hand prior to the conference.
(b) Clearing and Temporary Erosion/Sedimentation Control. One working day’s notice prior to initial site work involving drainage of temporary water retention/detention and siltation control. Such work to be in accordance with the approved plans.
(c) Utility and Storm Drainage Installation. One working day’s notice prior to trenching and placing of storm sewers and underground utilities such as sanitary, water, gas, power, telephone, and TV lines.
(d) Utility and Storm Drainage Backfill and Compaction. One working day’s notice before backfill and compaction of storm sewers and underground utilities.
(e) Subgrade Completion. One working day’s notice at stage that underground utilities and roadway grading are complete, to include placement of gravel base if required. Inspection to include compaction tests and certifications described in these standards.
(f) Curb and Sidewalk Framing. One working day’s notice to verify proper forming and preparation prior to pouring concrete.
(g) Curb and Sidewalk Placement. One working day’s notice to check placement of concrete.
(h) Crushed Surfacing Placement. One working day’s notice to check placement and compaction of crushed surfacing base course and top course.
(i) Paving. Three working days’ notice in advance of paving with asphalt or portland cement concrete.
(j) Structural. Three working days’ notice prior to each of critical stages such as placing foundation piling or footings, placement and assembly of major components, and completion of structure and approaches. Tests and certification requirements will be as directed by the public works director or designee.
(k) Final Construction Inspection. Fifteen working days prior to overall check of road or drainage project site, to include completion of paving and associated appurtenances and improvements, clearing of drainage system, and all necessary clean-up. Prior to approval of construction work, acceptance for maintenance and release of construction performance bonds, the developer/contractor shall pay any required fees, submit any required maintenance and defect financial guarantees, provide a certificate of monumentation and submit one photo mylar or ink-on-mylar set and sets of blue line final, corrected plans (as-built) reflecting all minor and design plan changes of the road and drainage systems.
(l) Final Maintenance Inspection. Thirty days prior to the end of the maintenance period. Prior to release of the maintenance guarantee, there shall be successful completion of the maintenance period as described in EMC 19.02.050 and 19.02.060, repair of any failed facilities and the payment of any outstanding fees.
(2) Penalties for Failure to Notify for Inspection. Timely notification by the developer as noted above is essential for the city to verify through inspection that the work meets the standard. Failure to notify in time may oblige the city to arrange appropriate sampling and testing after-the-fact, with certification by a professional engineer. Costs of such testing and certification shall be borne by the developer. At the time that such action is directed by the public works director or designee, the public works director or designee may prohibit or limit further work on the development until all directed tests have been completed and corrections made to the satisfaction of the public works director or designee. If necessary, the city may take further action as set forth in other city ordinances.
(3) Embankment Construction Control in Developments. The provisions of Section 2-03 of the WSDOT/APWA Standard Specifications apply in all respects to development construction unless otherwise instructed by the public works director or designee. The following elements are mentioned for clarification and emphasis:
(a) Embankment and Cut Section Compaction. Compaction of the top two feet of fill sub-grade and top six inches of cut sub-grade shall meet a minimum 95 percent of maximum density in accordance with WSDOT/APWA Standard Specifications Section 2-03.3(14)C – Method B. Sub-grade fill below the top two feet shall be compacted to 90 percent of maximum density.
(b) Testing for Density.
(i) Prior to placing any surfacing material on the roadway, it will be the responsibility of the developer/contractor to provide density test reports reviewed and approved by a professional engineer. Optimum moisture content and maximum density shall be determined by methods cited in Section 2-03.3(14)D of WSDOT/APWA Standard Specifications or by other test procedures approved by the public works director or designee. In fill sections, a minimum of one test shall be taken for every 1,000 cubic yards or fraction thereof and on each lift or embankment. In cut sections, the interval shall be every 100 feet of roadway. For work to be accepted tests must show consistent uniform density as required by tests referenced in this section.
(ii) In cases where tests do not meet the minimum standard, corrective action shall be taken such as adding water, aerating, replacing material or applying more compactive effort as directed by the developer’s engineer. Retests shall show passing densities prior to placing the next lift of subgrade fill.
(iii) For trenching in existing roads, see these standards.
(c) Finishing Subgrade. After the subgrade preparation has been completed, it shall be thoroughly checked by the developer/contractor using a level, string line, crown board, or other means to determine that the subgrade conforms to the typical section or special plan conditions prior to placing any surfacing material.
(4) Traffic Control in Development Construction.
(a) Interim Traffic Control. The developer/contractor shall be responsible for interim traffic control during construction on or along traveled city roads. When road, utility, or drainage work is to be performed on city roads that are open to traffic, the developer/contractor will be required to submit a traffic control plan for approval by the public works director or designee prior to beginning the work. Traffic control shall follow the guidelines of Section 1-07.23 of the WSDOT/APWA Standard Specifications. All barricades, signs, and flagging shall conform to the requirements of the MUTCD Manual. For more specific requirements for barricades, see the Entiat Standard Plan Guidebook S33. Signs must be legible and visible and should be removed at the end of each workday if not applicable after construction hours.
(b) Temporary Road Closures and Detours. When temporary road closures cannot be avoided, the developer/contractor shall post “To Be Closed” signs a minimum of five days prior to the closing. The types and locations of the signs shall be shown on a detour plan. A detour plan must be prepared and submitted to the public works director or designee at least 10 working days in advance, and approved prior to closing any city street. In addition, the developer/contractor must notify, in writing, local fire, school, law enforcement authorities, LINK, and any other affected persons as directed by the public works director or designee at least five days prior to closing.
(c) Haul Routes. If the construction of a proposed development is determined by the public works director or designee to require special routing of large trucks or heavy construction equipment to prevent impacts to surrounding roads, residences, or businesses, the developer/contractor shall be required to develop and use an approved haul route.
(i) When required, the haul route plan must be prepared and submitted to the public works director or designee and approved prior to beginning or continuing construction. The haul route plan shall address routing, hours of operation, signage and flagging, and daily maintenance.
(ii) If the developer/contractor’s traffic fails to use the designated haul route, the public works director or designee may prohibit or limit further work on the development until such time as the requirements of the haul route are complied with.
(5) Haul Road Agreement. When identified as a need by the SEPA review process or by the public works director or designee, a haul road agreement shall be obtained by the franchised utility, developer, or property owner establishing restoration procedures to be performed upon completion of the haul operation.
(6) City Forces and City Contract Road Inspection. Road and/or utility construction performed by city forces or by contract for the city will be inspected under the supervision of the public works director or designee.
(7) Call Before You Dig. Builders are responsible for timely notification of utilities in advance of any construction in right-of-way or utility easements. The utility One-Call Center phone number (1-509-663-6111) should be prominently displayed on the work site.
(8) As-Built. Prior to acceptance of improvements, a professional engineer or professional land surveyor currently licensed in the state of Washington shall prepare the as-built drawing. The P.E. or P.L.S. shall verify that installation of roads and utilities was in accordance with the approved construction plans. The as-built plan is to include accurate locations, elevations, and sizes of all constructed features and utility easements, noting on the appropriate sheet any variance to the approved construction plans. All sheets of the original approved construction plans will be included in the as-built plans. As-built drawings will bear the signature, stamp, and date of the licensed professional engineer or land surveyor preparing them.
(a) Preliminary As-Built Plan Review Process.
(i) Submit one digital copy and three prints from the plotted digital file for review by the public works director. See subsection (8)(d) of this section, Format Requirements.
(ii) If review of the preliminary as-built drawing reveals errors and/or omissions, the drawings (redlines and digital copies) will be returned to the engineer/surveyor for corrections. The engineer/surveyor shall make all corrections in the digital copy, re-plot and resubmit three revised preliminary as-builts and redlines for re-review. Upon approval of preliminary as-built drawings, the engineer/surveyor will be notified to proceed with the “final submittal.”
(b) Final As-Built Plan Submittal. The final “as-built” plan shall be submitted to the public works director. See subsection (8)(d) of this section, Format Requirements.
(c) Each drawing, except for the digital file, shall bear the P.E./P.L.S. stamp, signature, and date and be reproduced on the following media:
(i) Digital file on 3.5-inch disk or CD-ROM;
(ii) Full-size photographic mylar*;
(iii) Eleven-inch by 17-inch photographic mylar matte finish slick*;
(iv) Eight-and-one-half-inch by 11-inch photographic negative;
(v) Three sets of full-size prints, folded.
*Sepia mylar or Xerox type copies will not be accepted as substitute for photographic mylar.
(d) Format Requirements.
(i) Electronic File Format.
(A) AutoCAD “.DWG” format, including all support files required to display or plot the files in the same manner as they were developed shall be delivered along with these files. These files include but are not limited to Customized Line Styles Libraries, Cell Libraries, Font Libraries, Pen Tables and Referenced Files (AutoCAD) Block Libraries, Font Files, Menu Files, Plotter Setup and Referenced Files. Do not include P.E./P.L.S. stamps, signature or border files.
(B) The files will be submitted on a compact disk. Each disk will be labeled with the project name and the name of the company that prepared them.
(C) All as-built changes will be made in the electronic format. Changes to text, for example, invert elevations, dimension, notes, etc., will be lined out with the as-built text placed above it. Do not alter, modify, or erase original approved design text.
(D) Changes made to graphic features, for example pipe, catch basins, hydrants, etc., shall be moved to reflect their accurate as-built locations.
(E) The drawing will be at full scale. Each sheet shall be identified with the words “AS-BUILT” in bold block letters three-eighths-inch plotted height placed above the title block. The date of completion and the words “REVISED AS-BUILT” shall be placed in the revision block.
(F) The drawing will be located in state plane coordinates using NGVD vertical datum of 1929, supplemental adjustment of 1947, and tie to any two city of Entiat horizontal control monuments.
(G) A detailed digital and hard copy list of layers/levels and their contents. The digital copy will be included with and in the same format as the drawing file.
(ii) Hard Copy Format.
(A) Three sets of prints derived from the as-built digital file will include the stamp, signature, and date of the professional engineer or professional land surveyor that prepared the as-built document.
(B) As-built submittals are to include all sheets of original city-approved construction drawings except TESCP and city standard details, i.e., title sheet, plan(s), profile(s), sensitive areas/wetlands and site-specific details. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.100 Definitions and reference specifications.
The definitions stated in the EMC, particularly in the zoning and land division titles, shall apply in this title and the Entiat Standard Plan Guidebook, along with any definitions in the codes and specifications identified in this title. If there is a conflict between definitions, those found in the city’s rules, regulations, ordinances, policies and plans shall prevail.
Additionally, the following abbreviations are used throughout this title and the City of Entiat Standard Plan Guidebook:
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ASTM |
American Society for Testing and Materials |
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WSDOT |
Washington State Department of Transportation |
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MUTCD |
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices |
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APWA |
American Public Works Association |
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AWWA |
American Water Works Association |
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ANSI |
American National Standards Institute |
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ASA |
American Standards Association |
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ITE |
Institute of Traffic Engineers |
(Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.105 Variances.
(1) Variances from these standards may be granted by the public works director or designee upon evidence that such variances are in the public interest and that requirements for safety, function, fire protection, appearance, and maintainability based upon sound engineering judgement are fully met. Variances must be approved prior to approval of the engineering plans for construction. Any anticipated variances from these standards, which do not meet the International Fire Code, shall also require concurrence by the fire marshal.
(2) Questions regarding interpretation of these standards may be directed to the public works director or designee. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.110 Fees.
Permit, professional review and construction inspection and administration fees compensate the city for the costs associated with the construction of street and utility improvements. Any fees associated with required permits and the review and approval of construction plans required herein shall be as established by the city council from time to time. Where it is determined by the city that it is necessary to utilize outside professional resources, including but not limited to engineers, attorneys, planners or inspectors, associated fees for those services shall be paid for by the applicant/developer. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.120 Enforcement.
Any person, partnership, association, firm or corporation who violates or fails to comply with this title is guilty of a civil infraction and is subject to the civil penalties and remedies and corrective actions as set forth in Chapter 14.12 EMC, which remedies are cumulative, not alternative remedies, and are in addition to any other remedy to which the city may be entitled by law. Any violation of this title is declared to be a public nuisance, subject to abatement or injunctive relief in accordance with the EMC and the laws of the state of Washington. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)
19.02.130 Severability.
Should any chapter, section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this title be declared unconstitutional or invalid for any reason, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this title. (Ord. 661 § 1, 2006)