(A) Introduction.
(1) The private road standards provide the landowner/developer flexibility to determine the level of access and service provided to lots being created. The private road standards require the landowner/ developer to be responsible for the extent and quality of property access and drainage. The landowner/ developer is responsible for the establishment of standards for design, construction, and maintenance of the roadway and drainage systems and for items such as access for emergency service vehicles, school buses, mail couriers, and coordination of utilities. Note that public services are not guaranteed by The Town of James Island.
(2) The private right-of-way shall be dedicated to a legally recognized or chartered entity. Private right-of-way shall not be dedicated to the public. Further, the Town of James Island is neither obligated nor responsible for private right-of-way maintenance.
(B) Landowner/developer responsibilities.
(1) The landowner/developer is responsible for determining the type of access to be provided for his subdivided property. The landowner/developer shall be responsible for oversight and coordination of design and construction and for obtaining required approvals or permits from the appropriate agencies.
(2) The landowner/developer is responsible for informing prospective property owners, whether solicited or unsolicited, of all conditions and responsibilities, or lack thereof, that have been placed on the property.
(3) If access or drainage connects with a town right-of-way or easement, an encroachment permit shall be obtained prior to construction.