Underground Installation Clause Samples
The UNDERGROUND INSTALLATION clause defines the requirements and procedures for installing utilities, cables, pipes, or other infrastructure below ground level. It typically outlines standards for excavation, safety measures, and coordination with local authorities or utility companies to prevent damage to existing underground services. This clause ensures that all underground work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations, thereby minimizing the risk of accidents, service disruptions, or costly repairs.
Underground Installation. In all situations where reasonably possible, Conduit (Innerduct) or Cable shall be installed by Utility, or its contractor(s), underground, and in accordance with the "Specifications for Underground Cables Occupying Railroad Rail Corridor" attached hereto as Exhibit E. Notwithstanding any contrary provisions contained in Exhibit E, the installation depths and limits of Cable or Conduit (Innerduct) shall be as follows:
(a) Where Cable crosses underneath tracks, whether mainline, secondary or industrial, Cable must be installed in Conduit (Innerduct);
(b) Cable to be installed within fifteen linear feet (15') of the centerline of any tracks, shall be installed in Conduit (Innerduct);
(c) Conduit (Innerduct) installation is not required for Cable to be installed more than fifteen linear feet (15') from the centerline of any tracks;
(d) The depth of Conduit (Innerduct) under tracks shall be no less than sixty inches (60") below the bottom of ties, for a length at least two linear feet (2') beyond the outer end of such ties;
(e) Where on-rail plowing is authorized, as provided herein, Cable and/or Conduit (Innerduct) shall be installed at a depth of no less than forty-two inches (42") below ground surface;
(f) Cable or Conduit (Innerduct) to be installed within twelve linear feet (12') of the centerline of the nearest track shall be at a depth of no less than forty-two inches (42") below ground surface;
(g) Cable or Conduit (Innerduct) to be installed twelve linear feet (12') or more away from the centerline of the nearest track shall be installed at a depth of no less than thirty-six inches (36") below ground surface.
Underground Installation. The CITY generally requires utilities to be located underground in areas being newly developed. In all locations within the CITY where all utility services are required to be located underground in accordance with permits issued for such new developments, unless otherwise authorized by CITY in writing and subject to applicable law, all of PROVIDER’s new facilities shall be constructed underground. Nothing herein shall require PROVIDER to convert existing overhead facilities to underground facilities until and unless all other providers in the same location are required to do so. If undergrounding is caused by or required due to the activities of a third party, PROVIDER’s undergrounding costs shall be borne by the third party, and the CITY agrees to make the same a condition of any permits issued to such third party.Unless otherwise provided, all of PROVIDER’s facilities within the CITY shall be constructed underground. Notwithstanding the provisions of Article 1.3 of this Agreement, PROVIDER expressly agrees to install and maintain all of its facilities in accordance with CITY Ordinances regarding the undergrounding of utility lines, in effect at the time this Agreement is entered into and as subsequently amended during the term of this Agreement. Nothing herein shall require PROVIDER to convert existing overhead facilities to underground facilities until and unless other similarly situated providers in the same location are required to do so.
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Underground Installation. All new electric distribution lines, excluding lines of 14,400 volts or more, all new telephone lines from which lots are individually served, and all new television cables and service installed within the Development shall be underground, unless a waiver is obtained from the Board of Public Works. This section shall not apply to existing overhead lines. All underground installations shall be pre-approved by the City Inspector for proper location within right-of-ways or easements within the Development. All underground utilities in street right-of-ways shall be installed prior to construction of street improvements. Provision must be made for mechanical compaction of all underground utility ditches or trenches situated within a right-of-way. All gas lines and facilities shall not be installed prior to receiving express approval as to location within any right-of-way from the City Inspector.
Underground Installation. Unless otherwise provided, all of PROVIDER’s facilities within the CITY shall be constructed underground. Notwithstanding the provisions of Article 1.3 of this Agreement, PROVIDER expressly agrees to install and maintain all of its facilities in accordance with CITY Ordinances regarding the undergrounding of utility lines, in effect at the time this Agreement is entered into and as subsequently amended during the term of this Agreement. Nothing herein shall require PROVIDER to convert existing overhead facilities to underground facilities until and unless other similarly situated providers in the same location are required to do so.
Underground Installation. All new electric distribution lines, all new telephone lines from which lots are individually served, and all new television cables and service installed within the Development shall be underground, unless a waiver is obtained from the Public Works Board. This section shall not apply to existing overhead lines. All underground installations shall be pre-approved by the City Inspector for proper location within right-of-ways. All underground utilities in street right-of-ways shall be installed prior to construction of street improvements. Provision must be made for mechanical compaction of all underground utility ditches or trenches situated within a street right-of-way. All gas lines and facilities shall not be installed prior to receiving express approval as to location within any right-of-way from the City Inspector.
Underground Installation. Notwithstanding the provisions of Article 1.3 of this Agreement, FRANCHISEE expressly agrees to install and maintain all of its underground facilities in accordance with the CITY’s Municipal Code regarding the undergrounding of utility lines, in effect at the time this Agreement is entered into and as subsequently amended during the term of this Agreement.