An Act relative to excavation restoration on public ways
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the restoration of public ways after excavation work is completed. It aims to establish standards and requirements for repairing damage caused by digging and construction activities, ensuring that roads and sidewalks are returned to their original condition. The bill seeks to prevent long-term deterioration and maintain the quality of public infrastructure. It focuses on the process of restoring excavated areas to their pre-excavation state.
Key provisions
- Establishes requirements for excavation contractors to restore public ways.
- Specifies standards for restoration, including materials and methods.
- Requires documentation of excavation activities and restoration efforts.
- Addresses the responsibility for funding restoration work.
- Creates a process for inspection and enforcement of restoration standards.
- Defines ‘public ways’ for the purposes of the bill.
- Mandates timely restoration following excavation projects.
- Requires notification to local authorities regarding excavation plans.
Who is affected
- Construction contractors
- Local municipalities
- Property owners
- Public works departments
- Residents
Notable changes
- The bill introduces a formal process for ensuring excavation restoration.
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