A.
General. Any project for which design approval has been granted by
the Old Lyme Planning and Zoning Commission to establish, construct,
reconstruct, improve or complete construction of a road intended to
be used for public travel or public use shall require periodic inspections
to be conducted by the Town of Old Lyme to monitor compliance with
the approved drawings and plans, the requirements outlined in these
Design and Construction Standards, and good construction practices.
However, it is the applicant's sole responsibility to ensure
that all construction shall conform to such requirements.
B.
Preconstruction meeting. Prior to the start of any construction, it is the applicant's responsibility to schedule a preconstruction meeting with the Town. No such meeting shall, however, be scheduled until such time as the inspection fee has been paid, and the erosion and sediment control bond and the restoration bond or performance bond are posted as required in § 187-12D, E, F and G of these Design and Construction Standards. Scheduling of the preconstruction meeting shall be made with the Board of Selectmen and Town Engineer, who shall be responsible for notification of the land use staff and other appropriate Town staff. The applicant shall be responsible for ensuring that the contractor and Construction Coordinator are in attendance. The general purpose of the preconstruction meeting is to introduce all parties, identify the Town's Construction Inspector and Contractor's Construction Coordinator, exchange telephone numbers and electronic mail, review the construction schedule, and discuss any additional requirements or concerns specific to the proposed project.
C.
Construction Coordinator. In respect of all matters pertaining to
inspection hereunder, the applicant shall designate one Construction
Coordinator who shall be fully authorized to communicate with the
Town. Such designation shall be made in writing and shall state such
individual's contact information, including, but not limited
to, mailing address, telephone/cell phone/fax numbers and electronic
mail, and shall be delivered to the Board of Selectmen prior to commencement
of any work. All notices, orders or other communications delivered
to or served upon such individual shall be deemed to have been delivered
or served upon the applicant. All notices or other communications
received from him shall be deemed to have been received from the applicant.
D.
Inspection fees. Prior to the start of any activity, the applicant
shall pay an inspection fee to the Town equal to 3% of the total cost
of all public improvements as determined by the Town Engineer in accordance
with the criteria established in the Old Lyme Subdivision Regulations[1] for performance bonds.
E.
Erosion and sediment control bond or financial guarantee. Prior to
the start of any activity, the applicant shall post a separate bond
or financial guarantee with the Town for sediment and erosion control
and site stabilization measures in accordance with the procedures
established in the Old Lyme Subdivision Regulations and the Old Lyme
Zoning Regulations.[2]
F.
Restoration bond or financial guarantee. Prior to the start of any activity for which conditional approval is granted, the applicant shall post a separate bond or financial guarantee with the Town for site restoration in accordance with the procedures established in the Old Lyme Subdivision Regulations. This bond shall be in addition to the erosion and sediment control bond or financial guarantee required in Subsection E above.
G.
Performance bond. Prior to the start of any activity, the applicant
shall post a performance bond or financial guarantee with the Town
in accordance with the procedures established in the Old Lyme Subdivision
Regulations.
H.
Bond reductions. During the course of construction, a reduction in the amount of the performance bond or financial guarantee may be requested by the applicant, and considered by the Commission, to reflect the cost of remaining improvements. Any such bond reduction shall be subject to the limitations specified in § 219-22 of the Old Lyme Subdivision Regulations. In addition, in no event shall a performance bond or financial guarantee be reduced to an amount less than 10% of the total value of all required improvements prior to acceptance of the road. All bond reductions shall be in increments of not less than 20% of the full bond amount unless the reduction is the final reduction following completion and inspection of all public improvements.
A.
General. Scheduled inspections shall be conducted by the Town at key construction stages specified in § 187-13C in order to provide a reasonable level of confidence that a road which is to be used for public travel, as well as any associated improvements, has been constructed in general conformance with the approved drawings and plans; the requirements outlined in these Design and Construction Standards; and good construction practice. At the discretion of the Town, the Construction Coordinator may be notified of additional inspections that may be required. It is the Construction Coordinator's sole responsibility to schedule and coordinate all required inspections with the Town's Construction Inspector. The applicant shall provide a minimum advance notification of 24 hours for all inspections. Unannounced spot inspections may also be made by the Town at any time.
B.
Right of entry. Filing an application under this regulation shall
constitute the property owner's consent for all Town staff and
the Commission's duly authorized agents to enter upon the premises
and to inspect, or cause to be inspected, construction work authorized
by design approval hereunder at any time, with or without notice,
during, before or after regular business hours.
C.
Scheduled inspections and surveys. The following inspections shall
be required, and no further work shall be performed, until each inspection
shall have been made and the Construction Coordinator has been notified
by the Town's Construction Inspector that further work may proceed:
(1)
The approved limits of clearing, conservation easements, public access,
open space areas, and inland wetlands and watercourses shall be flagged
by a licensed land surveyor prior to the start of any work.
(2)
After cutting of trees and brush, and the installation of sediment
and erosion control measures, but prior to any stumping and/or grading.
(3)
After stumping and stripping of topsoil and organic material from
earth cut and fill areas, but prior to the placement of any fill material.
(4)
After rough earth cuts and fills and the formation of the road subgrade.
(The Town may require the applicant to perform compaction tests at
this time.)
(5)
After the installation of sewage collection system improvements,
but prior to backfilling.
(6)
After the installation of water distribution system improvements,
but prior to backfilling.
(7)
After the installation of storm drainage pipe and catch basins, but
prior to backfilling.
(8)
After the installation of underdrains, but prior to backfilling.
(9)
After formation of the finished road subgrade, following the construction
of all underground utilities located within the roadway (water distribution,
sewage collection, storm drainage, underdrains, gas, etc.) and prior
to the placement of any rolled granular base materials. In addition,
proof rolling of the road subgrade shall be observed by the Town's
Construction Inspector.
(10)
Provide an interim as-built survey at a scale of one inch equals
40 feet, after formation of finished road subgrade, showing the edges
of road, center line profile and catch basin locations with invert
and top of grate elevations.
(11)
After the placement of rolled granular base. In addition, the
applicant may be required to perform in-place density tests at this
time based on site-specific conditions. If deemed necessary by the
Town's Construction Inspector, in-place density testing shall
be performed by a certified testing laboratory at the cost of the
applicant. The applicant shall be responsible for coordinating said
testing.
(12)
After the placement of processed aggregate base. In addition,
the applicant shall perform in-place density tests at this time based
on site-specific conditions.
(13)
Prior to the placement of bituminous concrete paving, the applicant
shall be responsible for the excavation of shallow test holes for
the purpose of confirming that the actual compacted depth of rolled
granular base and processed aggregate base materials conform to Town
standards. Test holes will be required at a maximum interval of 100
feet and/or at locations designated by the Town's Construction
Inspector. In addition, proof rolling of the road base must also be
observed by the Town's Construction Inspector.
(14)
During the placement of bituminous concrete paving. A copy of
all weight slips for bituminous concrete material delivered to the
site must be provided to the Town's Construction Inspector.
(15)
After placement of bituminous concrete curbs, but prior to any
backfilling of curbs.
(16)
After placement of the granular sidewalk base.
(17)
During the placement of portland cement concrete sidewalks.
A copy of all batch plant tickets for portland cement concrete delivered
to the site must be provided to the Town's Construction Inspector.
(18)
After backfilling of curbs and final grading of shoulder areas.
(19)
After restoration of all disturbed areas and placement of road
monuments, traffic control/road name signs and road trees.
D.
Construction materials. The applicant shall be required to submit
samples and certified laboratory reports to the Town's Construction
Inspector documenting the conformance of certain construction materials
with the specifications included in these Design and Construction
Standards. The applicant shall not be permitted to place, or to have
delivered to the project site, any materials for which approvals have
not been granted by the Town's Construction Inspector. Any approvals
granted by the Town's Construction Inspector on the basis of
certified laboratory reports shall be conditional upon the tested
sample being representative of all such materials utilized for construction.
The Town shall reserve the right at any time during the course of
construction, for whatever reason, to have additional materials testing
conducted. Should the results of such testing find that the materials
do not conform to specifications, then such materials shall be removed
and replaced with conforming materials at the applicant's expense.
The applicant shall be required to reimburse the Town for the cost
of any such testing only if the results prove that the materials tested
do not conform to required specifications. Material certifications,
samples and/or certified laboratory reports shall be submitted by
the applicant for the following materials:
(1)
Storm drainage pipe, catch basin, and other storm drainage structures.
(a)
Material certification from the manufacturer and/or supplier
for conformance with State Standard Specifications Sections M.08.01
and M.08.02.
(2)
Bedding material for high-density polyethylene pipe.
(a)
Representative sample collected in accordance with the American
Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, Highway
Safety Manual, latest revision (hereinafter "AASHTO") T2.
(b)
Certified laboratory report of sieve analysis for conformance
with State Standard Specifications Section M.08.01-21 performed in
accordance with AASHTO T11.
(3)
Roadway subgrade. In-place density tests shall be performed at locations
and depths as required by the Town's Construction Inspector.
Compaction testing shall be performed in accordance with AASHTO T180,
Method D. Correction for particles retained on the three-fourth-inch
sieve shall be in accordance with AASHTO Method T224.
(4)
Rolled granular base.
(a)
Representative sample collected in accordance with AASHTO T2.
(b)
Certified laboratory report of sieve analysis for conformance
with State Standard Specifications Section M.02.06 (Grading A) performed
in accordance with AASHTO T11.
(c)
Certified laboratory report of in-place density tests at locations
as may be required by the Town's Construction Inspector. The
dry density after compaction shall not be less than 95% of the dry
density for the material when tested in accordance with AASHTO T180,
Method D. Corrections for particles retained on the three-fourths-inch
sieve shall be made in accordance with AASHTO T224.
(5)
Process aggregate base.
(a)
Representative sample collected in accordance with AASHTO T2.
(b)
Certified laboratory report of sieve analysis for conformance
with State Standard Specifications Section M.05.01 performed in accordance
with AASHTO T11.
(c)
Certified laboratory report of in-place density tests at intervals and/or locations as specified in § 187-13C(12). The dry density after compaction shall not be less than 95% of the dry density for the material when tested in accordance with AASHTO T180, Method D. Corrections for particles retained on the three-fourths-inch sieve shall be made in accordance with AASHTO T224.
(6)
Bituminous concrete.
(a)
Name and location of asphalt plant proposed for use and certification
that the plant has been inspected and approved by the Connecticut
Department of Transportation, Division of Materials Testing, for the
specified materials. Such approval shall be current and effective
throughout the period when the bituminous concrete materials are manufactured.
(b)
Material certifications from the manufacturer and/or supplier
for conformance with the State Standard Specifications Sections M.04.01
and M.04.03.
(7)
Portland cement concrete.
(a)
Certified laboratory reports for slump, air content, and temperature
for conformance with the State Standard Specifications Section M.03.01
and Section 6.01.03. Tests shall be performed for every 75 cubic yards
of single concrete class poured each day a class is poured, unless
required otherwise by the Town's Construction Inspector. Slump
tests shall be performed in accordance with AASHTO T119. Air content
shall be determined in accordance with AASHTO T152 (Pressure Method).
A.
General. Failure to follow the procedures set forth in these Design
and Construction Standards may result in a rejection of that portion
of the work completed without required inspections, which may result
in delays and added costs to the applicant in demonstrating compliance
with applicable regulations and standards. Failure to construct road,
drainage and other public improvements in accordance with approved
construction plans, Town Regulations, and good construction practice
may result in the Town's refusal to accept any such improvements.
If the applicant fails to execute the approved or required improvements
in accordance with these Design and Construction Standards or the
terms of the permit or approval, and such failure causes unreasonable
sedimentation, erosion, pollution or other nuisance conditions, the
Town or the Commission may take whatever actions it deems necessary
or appropriate to correct and/or abate the nuisance conditions. In
such circumstances, the Commission may recommend that the Town not
accept such improvements, unless and until the applicant reimburses
the Town for all costs and expenses of such correction and abatement.
A.
Modifications. If, at any time during the construction of the required
improvements, unforeseen field conditions make it necessary or preferable
to modify the location or design of such required improvements, the
Construction Coordinator shall notify the Town Engineer in writing,
who shall determine whether the change is minor in nature or whether
the Commission itself must act on the proposed change. If the change
is minor, the Town Engineer shall either approve or disapprove the
applicant's request. If it is determined that the change is not
minor, the applicant shall submit an application for a modification
of the Commission's approval. Such application shall meet all
the informational requirements required by the Commission.
B.
Additional work. If, during the course of construction of any new
road, or any other improvements required by the Commission in connection
with the approval of a subdivision, it appears that additional work
is required owing to unforeseen conditions such as, but not limited
to springs, old drains, wet conditions, side hill drainage from cuts,
bedrock, or other conditions which were not apparent at the time of
the approval by the Commission, the Town, acting by its Town Engineer,
may require such additional work to be done, and the Commission may
require an increase in the amount of the performance bond.
A.
General. Prior to acceptance of a completed road by Town Meeting,
where a performance bond has been posted to ensure construction of
all required improvements, there may be instances where certificates
of occupancy have been issued for individual dwellings that front
on and derive access from the unaccepted road. In order to protect
public health, safety and welfare, and to provide safe access to any
such dwellings, it shall be the developer's sole responsibility
to provide normal maintenance of the improvements, including but not
limited to snow and ice removal from roads and sidewalks. Such maintenance
shall be provided by the developer, at his cost, during the entire
course of construction until the road is accepted by the Town of Old
Lyme.
B.
Preparation for winter. Whenever a roadway has only been paved with
the bituminous concrete Class I binder course, and the bituminous
concrete Class II top course will not be placed until after the winter
season, the developer shall place bituminous concrete wedges adjacent
to all structures protruding above the surface of the bituminous concrete
Class I binder course, including but not limited to catch basin tops,
manhole frames and valve boxes, so as to assure proper drainage and
to provide safe conditions for snowplows. Any damage done to structures
protruding above the surface of the bituminous concrete Class I binder
course shall require their removal and replacement with new structures
prior to the placement of the bituminous concrete Class II top course.
C.
Reimbursement of Town expenses. In the case of an emergency, or when
deemed necessary for public safety, and whenever the Board of Selectmen
provides or arranges for maintenance, including but not limited to
snowplowing, drainage maintenance, tree removal, resurfacing, and/or
site line improvements of unaccepted roads, the developer may be responsible
for promptly reimbursing the Town for all costs. During any such time
when the developer has outstanding bills owed to the Town, the Town
shall neither consider any requests for a reduction in, or release
of, any bonds held; nor shall it consider any request for acceptance
of the road. In the event that any bills owed by the developer become
past due for a period of more than 45 days, then the Town shall have
the right to deduct such past-due amounts from any bonds or financial
guarantees, cash or otherwise, held by the Town of Old Lyme. Whenever
funds are deducted from a bond or financial guarantee, the developer
shall, upon written notice from the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen, replenish
the bond to the original amount required. In the event that the bond
or financial guarantee is not replenished, the Town shall neither
consider any requests for a reduction in, or release of, any bonds
or financial guarantees held; nor shall it consider any request for
acceptance of the road. In addition, the Town, acting by and through
its Board of Selectmen, may seek relief at law or equity in any court
having jurisdiction. By signing any application under these Design
and Construction Standards, the developer shall have agreed to the
payment of engineering review and inspection fees and attorney review
fees, as well as attorney's fees and costs, in the event that
legal review is necessary or legal action is required to enforce the
provision of this regulation. Further, the applicant consents that
the Town may place a notice of lien on the land records and agrees
that, in the event that it owes the Town money, no further lots may
be sold until the lien is paid.
