Section 13-153 Protection of utilities.

Prior to the adoption of 2002 (13-153) on 09/09/2002, Section 13-153 read as follows.

    In addition to the notification requirements of section 13-150,  each person responsible for any excavation or demolition operation designated in section 13-149 shall:

    (1)    Plan the excavation or demolition to avoid damage to or minimize interference with underground utilities in and near the construction area;

    (2)    Maintain a clearance between an underground utility and the cutting edge or point of any mechanized equipment, taking into account the known limit of control of such cutting edge or point, as may be reasonably necessary to avoid damage to such utilities;

    (3)    Provide such support for underground  utilities in and near the construction area, including during backfill operations, as may be reasonably necessary for the protection of such utilities.

(Code 1958,  18-47(h))