The permittee shall commence the work authorized by the permit issued in accordance with this chapter within 60 days from the date of issuance unless a different period is stated in the permit. If the work is not commenced within 60 days or within the date stated in the permit, the permit shall become void unless, prior to the time for commencement, the date for commencement has been extended in writing by the Director. The permittee shall complete the work authorized by the permit before the expiration date shown on the permit unless such expiration date has been extended in writing by the Director. If the permittee commences work and fails to complete the work before the expiration date, the Director may cancel the permit and restore the right-of-way to its former condition or complete the work. All costs incurred by the Director in restoring the right-of-way or completing the work shall be deducted from the deposit or bond, if any, filed with the city by the applicant for the permit.
('61 Code, § 7-2.08) (Ord. 37 C.S., passed 12-4-62)