§ 4-1-43.1   General.
   (a)   The construction of new streets, curb and gutter and sidewalks shall be in accordance with the latest edition of the NCDOT's “Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures” and the requirements contained herein.
   (b)   Provide erosion control measures as required. Erosion control measures including seeding and mulching shall be designed, installed and maintained in accordance with the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section's “Erosion and Sediment Control Planning and Design Manual”. The developer/engineer is responsible for securing all required permits.
   (c)   Protect existing structures, utilities and other features that are to remain.
   (d)   Dispose of excavated material in such a manner that it will not obstruct the water flow, endanger existing improvements or work in progress or be detrimental to the completed work in any way.
   (e)   Weather limitations. Proceed with fill and backfill operations based on the following weather conditions:
      (1)   Temperature must be above freezing.
      (2)   In windy, hot or arid conditions with a high rate of evaporation, add moisture to the material to maintain the optimum moisture content.
      (3)   Do not proceed in rain or on saturated subgrade.
   (f)   Repair or undercut and backfill soils that become damaged by construction activity or unsuitable due to being left exposed to the weather.
   (g)   Do not place material on surfaces that are muddy, frozen or contain frost.
   (h)   Excavation carried below the design elevation shall be backfilled with select material and compacted to the satisfaction of the city.
   (i)   Remove and properly dispose of unsatisfactory and excess material from the site.
   (j)   All streets shall be cleared and graded for the full width of the right-of-way. All stumps, roots and other objectionable material shall be completely removed from the cleared area.
   (k)   All roadway subgrade and underground utilities must be inspected and approved by the city prior to the placement of base course materials.
(Ord. of 11-7-16, No. 10-16)