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SECTION:
AUTHOR:
POLICY #:
Maintenance
Director of Public Works & Engineering
PW-10
POLICY:
APPROVED:
Road Occupancy Permits
March 29, 2006
DATE:
REV. DATE:
COVERAGE:
PAGE #:
March 2006
Public
Works
&
Engineering
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Department
Emergency Work
Emergency work is considered as those types of repairs to existing infrastructure, required to
restore essential services provided to the public. This work is normally performed by or on
behalf of local municipalities or utility companies. The work often involves repairs to broken or
damaged water systems, sewer systems or utility lines. The urgent and timely repair of these
facilities is often key to minimizing possible further damage and the subsequent increased repair
costs.
All emergency work is subject to the following submission and approval process:
1.
As soon as possible after becoming aware of an emergency situation, the municipality or
utility shall inform the Director of Public Works and Engineering or his/her designate of
the nature and extent of the work required.
2.
As soon as possible after becoming aware of the need for urgent work or repairs to its
infrastructure, the municipality or utility responsible shall submit an “Emergency” Road
Occupancy Application to the Public Works and Engineering Department. Faxed or
electronic submission of the application is acceptable.
3.
The submitted application shall include a brief description of the location, nature and extent
of the emergency situation, repair work needed and the measures to be taken to protect the
safety of the public and the workers on site.
4.
The application shall be signed by the applicant, which acknowledges that the applicant is
responsible for notifying all affected emergency services and utility companies, and that the
applicant is responsible for all damages and liabilities which may occur as a result of the
work.
5.
The applicant shall be responsible for completing all restoration work to the County’s
satisfaction at the earliest possible date and for the condition of the repair for a period of
one (1) year from the completion date.
6.
After the County has been notified and the completed application has been received by the
Public Works and Engineering Department, the applicant may proceed with the emergency
repairs.
7.
An “Approved” copy of the “Emergency” Road Occupancy Application will be returned to
the applicant within two (2) business days. The approval shall indicate any additional
issues or conditions that may be deemed necessary by the Director of Public Works and
Engineering or his/her designate.