It is the intent of this title to hold franchised utilities responsible for all excavations, backfilling and paving. To this end, all such work, whether done by a private or public entity, shall be commenced only pursuant to the issuance of a permit (see chapter 7 of this title). Cuts and fills shall be constructed according to standards established by the City. (Ord. 93-5, 7-6-1993, eff. 7-15-1993)