12.12.100   Notice to underground utilities.
   A.   Every permit for any excavation in or under the surface of any public street, alley or other public place shall be granted subject to the right of the city or of any person, firm or corporation entitled thereto, to use that part of such street, alley or other public place for any purpose for which such street, alley or other public place may lawfully be used, and to prior rights for utility installations previously authorized by the city. The permittee shall conduct his operations in a prudent and careful manner to avoid damage to all adjacent public and private improvements.
   B.   The permittee shall contact an "underground service alert" (USA) prior to any construction activities. Sufficient notice must be given to all utilities and the city in order to avoid damage to existing facilities and to permit relocation if necessary. The permittee shall pursue his work with care and caution so as to not damage any existing facility. (Ord. 2013-07, 2013)