Common use of Protection of Existing Improvements Clause in Contracts

Protection of Existing Improvements. The applicant shall be responsible to insure that existing improvements and city property are not damaged or rendered less useful or unsightly by the operations of the developer, those working at the direction of the developer, or those constructing the development. This includes damage or nuisance to the property of the city, including. but not limited to, damage to existing streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutter by passage there over of equipment or trucks or by excavation for any purpose, the spillage or tracing of earth. sand or rock onto existing streets, sidewalks. right-of-way or city property, the washing by stormwater of earth or sand onto city right-of way or streets, curbs, gutters or stormwater systems. or damage to water mains, sanitary sewer, storm drains or culverts. The city may require the posting of a bond or other surety to cover the cost of clearing any debris and the repair of any damages. It shall be the sole cost of the developer to clean, fix, repair or replace any damaged improvements.