(A) Public water and sewer construction requirements. Water and sewer lines, connections and equipment shall be constructed in accordance with the town’s standard specification for utility line construction.
(B) Water and sewer connections. Connection of each lot to public water and sewer utilities shall be required if the proposed subdivision is within 300 feet of the nearest adequate line of a public system, provided that no geographic or topographic factors would make such connection infeasible. Where public sewer is not available, lots shall meet applicable County Environmental Health Division regulations. Approval of the Environmental Health Division shall be obtained after preliminary plat approval. The final plat shall show the certificate of approval from the Environmental Health Division as shown in § 152.362 of this chapter.
(C) Underground utilities. Electrical, telecommunication, cable television and other utility lines installed within major subdivisions shall be underground unless the approving body determines underground installation is inappropriate.
(D) Utility easements.
(1) Widths. To provide for electric, telecommunication, cable television and gas services, conduits and water and sewer lines within a subdivision, appropriate utility easements not to exceed 30 feet in width shall be provided. The location of such easements shall be reviewed and approved by the approving body, with advice from utility providers, before final plat approval.
(2) Restrictions on improvements. Utility easements shall be kept free and clear of any buildings or other improvements that would interfere with the proper maintenance or replacement of utilities. The town shall not be liable for damages to any improvement located within the utility easement area caused by maintenance or replacement of utilities located therein.
(E) Street lights. All subdivisions and developments involving public streets within the corporate limits shall have public street lights provided and be maintained by the town or the town’s agent.
(F) Fire protection. Fire protection equipment shall be installed in locations as determined by the town’s Volunteer Fire Department in consultation with the town or county water system supervisor as appropriate.
(Ord. passed 3-5-2018)