IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT WORK SCHEDULES ARE APPROXIMATE, THE PERMIT HOLDER SHALL NOTIFY THE HIGHLAND COUNTY ENGINEER 2 WORKING DAYS IN ADVANCE OF COMMENCEMENT OF ANY WORK AT (1-937-393-3496) AND SHALL NOTIFY THE OHIO UTILITIES PROTECTION SERVICE 2 WORKING DAYS BEFORE DIGGING.
IF THIS PERMIT IS GRANTED, I/WE AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. That, I/we will notify residence involved, prior to construction, as to the nature of work, and restoration of their frontage shall be equal to the original state.
2. The permit holder shall notify the County Engineer 48 hours in advance of the day on which the work will begin and the anticipated time of completion.
3. That traffic will be maintained at all times, unless permission is granted by the County Engineer to close the road.
4. If the roadway pavement is damaged either by construction, construction equipment or by excessive weight, I/we will make complete restoration as advised by the County Engineer.
5. That lights, signs, barricades, and if necessary, flagmen and watchmen will be placed on the project for the protection of traffic at all times, day and night. Guidelines as detailed in the Ohio Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (OMUTCD) for handling of traffic must be fully complied with.
6. That all trenches will be compacted, graded and seeded within 30 days of start of construction. Restoration may require additional methods other than standard seeding in streambeds, slopes and high erosion areas. Methods such as rip rap, netting, and/or straw bales may be required. Repair any broken or damaged tile.
7. That, I/we will not hold county responsible for damage to any utility placed in roadway right-of-way due to regular repair and maintenance of roadway.
8. Any relocation needed as a result of a county project within the Right-of-way will be moved at the Utilities expense.
9. That, I/we assume the responsibility for and will save the County harmless from any and all claims for personal injuries and/or property damages, and shall defend any action that might be brought due to the applicant’s work activities on this project. Must meet County requirements for minimum liability insurance.
10. No open cutting of any township or county road will be permitted unless the County Engineer’s Office has given written permission, and advises the utility of our restoration standards.
11. That, I/we will notify the County Engineer’s Utility Permits Supervisor upon completion of said project for final inspection and release.
12. That responsibility under this permit will remain in force until a release has been granted by the County Engineer.
13. 48” minimum depth on underground utilities. No above ground pedestals
14. All buried utilities under culverts, bridges, roads and streams shall be buried a minimum of 6’ deep. Utility shall not go over any culvert.
REQUIRED: Call (937) 393-3496 or email Tim Posey once job is complete for final inspection and permit closure. Permits expire in one year.
