(A) All work performed in construction, reconstruction, cutting and repairing of streets, storm sewer and other public improvements shall be subject to the approval of the City Engineer, whose decision shall be final.
(B) The city shall not release the obligations of any financial assurance, including performance bonds, until the improvements have been approved and accepted by the city. The developer is strongly urged to withhold final payment to the contractor until the acceptance occurs, since the city shall hold the developer responsible for completion of the project. The city shall not approve or arbitrate quantities for which payment is to be based.
(C) Acceptance by the city shall be in the form of a letter from the City Engineer or other authorized city official to the subdivider stating that inspections were conducted as the facilities were completed in accordance with specifications and standards provided for herein or approved by the City Council at the time the final plat was approved for the subdivision. The developer shall instruct his or her engineer to prepare one set of reproducible prints (Mylars) marked "As-Built" and dated the final date of acceptance. The construction plans shall note as-built conditions and shall be accompanied by a letter under the seal of the developer's registered professional engineer that the drawings are an accurate record of constructed items built in place.
(Ord. 08-358, passed 11-18-2008)