All alternatives to pavement cutting shall be explored prior to the submission of an application for an
permit by those seeking to install/repair/connect to underground facilities located within City of Tucson rights-of-way. Applicants for
permits shall demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, or designated representative, evidence of investigation of alternatives to pavement cutting. These alternatives shall include, but are not limited to, use of unpaved or chip sealed alleys, locating trenches in parkway (behind curb) areas, unused (not water-carrying) portions of drainageways, etc.
Economics of installation shall not be the only or necessarily the overriding consideration in the selection of underground routing and location.