Common use of Planning/Plan Checking Services Clause in Contracts

Planning/Plan Checking Services. Planning support services may include, preparation of a comprehensive report, such as: a project report, storm report, technical study, or preparation of plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E). A-E may be required to review and provide written professional comments on developer or encroachment permittee submitted plans and specifications for the following: a. Check for adequacy of the submittal and compliance with COUNTY and/or DISTRICT standards and criteria, regulatory permit conditions, mitigation measures and applicable federal, state or County requirements, “the standard of ordinary care” and technical correctness. b. Safety issues: Submittals may need to be reviewed for adherence to COUNTY and/or DISTRICT standards of design criteria and in cases where strict adherence to the standards of design would be impractical or unreasonable, identify deviations and make sure they are in accordance with good engineering practice and the public health and safety. c. Maintenance issues: Maintenance being an ongoing COUNTY and/or DISTRICT cost, submittals may need to be reviewed for maintenance cost effectiveness.