§ 138-74. Emergency excavations.

Nothing contained in this section shall be construed to prevent any person from taking any action reasonably necessary for the preservation of life or property or for the restoration of interrupted service provided by a utility when such necessity arises during days or times when the department of public works is closed. In the event that any person takes any action to excavate or cause to excavate the public right-of-way pursuant to this section such person shall apply for an emergency permit within four hours after the department of public works' offices are first opened. Permits submitted pursuant to this section shall receive an expedited review. The applicant for an emergency permit shall submit a written statement of the basis of the emergency action and described excavation performed and any work remaining to be performed. Persons conducting emergency excavations pursuant to this section shall prominently display a notice of such emergency activity.

(Ord. No. 2001-22, § 1, 3-14-01)