A. New Development: The entire cost of the curb, gutter, and sidewalk shall be the responsibility of the developer and/or the owner of the property. This shall include all new development, whether it is in a new subdivision, or in an existing subdivision. The curb, gutter and sidewalk shall be completed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. Specifications for construction for curb and gutter and sidewalk shall comply with the current master plan for drainage, and shall be surveyed by the city, by a surveyor or engineer of the city's choosing, at the city's expense.
1. Exception: In the case of development of a single residential lot, if the city is unable to provide grades for or completion of the curb, gutter and sidewalk at the time of construction, the city may waive the requirement of the property owner from any requirements in regards to curb, gutter and sidewalk. This will be at the option of the city and in no way obligates the city to a waiver.
B. Existing Residential Structures: The city shall provide curb and gutter at the city's expense. The council shall maintain a prioritized list of future curb and gutter projects in accordance with the city's general plan and the master plan for drainage. It is the desire of the city that the sidewalk be constructed at the time the curb and gutter is constructed. The city may secure bids for the cost of the sidewalk or the owner may secure his own bids. Either way the property owner is responsible for all costs associated with the sidewalk. If the property owner chooses to allow the city to install the sidewalk the cost and payment schedule shall be agreed to in writing prior to construction. If the owner chooses not to install sidewalk the city will backfill with engineer approved fill behind the curb and gutter to keep it in place and protect the curb and gutter. The sidewalk or fill shall be installed within ninety (90) days of the curb and gutter. (Ord. 2010-04, 8-10-2010)