A. Generally:
1. It shall be unlawful to make any such excavation or tunnel in any way contrary to or at variance with the terms of the permit therefor. Proper bracing shall be maintained to prevent the collapse of adjoining ground, and in excavations, the excavation shall not have anywhere below the surface any portion which extends beyond the opening at the surface.
2. No injury shall be done to any pipes, cables or conduits or to the City department officer charged with the care thereof, which are or may be endangered or affected by the making of any such excavation or tunnel before such pipes, cables or conduits shall be disturbed.
3. No unnecessary damage or injury shall be done to any tree or shrub or the roots thereof.
B. Sidewalks: If any sidewalk is blocked by any such work, a temporary sidewalk shall be constructed or provided which shall be safe for travel and convenient for users.
C. Time Limit: Each application for a permit shall state the length of time that will elapse from the commencement of the work until it is restored. It shall be unlawful to fail to comply with this time limitation unless permission for an extension of time is granted by the City Council. (1993 Code)
D. Restoration of Excavated Area:
1. Any person making any excavation or tunnel in or under any public street, alley or public place in the City shall restore the surface thereof to its original condition or better. Refills shall be properly tamped down, and any bracing in such tunnel or excavation shall be left in the ground.
2. Any opening in a paved or improved portion of a street shall be repaired and the surface relaid by the applicant in compliance with the ordinance and subject to the supervision of the Superintendent of Public Works or his authorized representative, or if such work is not done within ten (10) days after restoration is possible, the City may restore the surface and charge the cost thereof to the permittee.
3. Any person making an excavation in a landscaped area of the right of way which is damaged or disturbed shall restore said landscaped area to its original condition. All grassed areas shall be replaced with sod. (1993 Code)