The construction, maintenance or existence within the City of any unprotected, unbarricaded, open or dangerous excavations, holes, pits or wells, or of any excavations, holes or pits which constitute or are reasonably likely to constitute a danger or menace to the public health, safety or welfare, is prohibited. However, this section shall not prevent any excavation under a permit issued pursuant to this Zoning Code or the Building Code where such excavation is properly protected and warning signs are posted in such a manner as may be approved by the Building Superintendent. Excavation required for swimming pools is excepted from excavating provisions of this section, provided that all necessary permits are obtained and the pool is constructed within thirty (30) days of the excavation. Excavation and site preparation for building foundations is excepted from the excavating provisions of this section, provided that such work is considered incidental to building construction and all necessary permits have been obtained.
(Res. 98-340A. Passed 9-21-98.)