All construction of crossings as herein defined permitted under §§ 6-5-4-1 et seq. shall be done in a manner and with such materials as is prescribed by the specifications of the Department of Public Works of the city existing at the time such construction is accomplished at the expense of the owner of the abutting property.
('74 Code, § 8-13-7) (Ord. 1903) Penalty, see § 1-1-99