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Cary · 12.18.160

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines specific standards and requirements for construction methods used in public rights-of-way, including detailed rules for boring/jacking and trenching operations, with a focus on safety and minimizing disruption.

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inch (25 mm). d. Borings with diameters six (6) inches or less. Borings of six (6) inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2. Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair or maintenance on rights-of-way shall...excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. c. Protection of tree drip lines. The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved. 3. Backfilling. a. Any pit, trench or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth and length using methods and materials in accordance with the Village's design manual
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Maywood · 101.16

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section outlines standards for utility facility construction on public rights-of-way, detailing requirements for boring, jacking, and trenching methods, including pit management, diameter limitations, and tree preservation.

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advance by the Village Engineer. (d) Borings with diameters 6 inches or less. Borings of 6 inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, directional drilling, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (e) Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...hauled to an off-road location. Trench boxes shall be used as required by the applicable regulations set forth in OSHA. (c) Tree drip line. The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. (a)   Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's Standard Specifications
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McCook · 70.108

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section of the McCook municipal ordinance outlines specific construction methods and material standards for facilities within rights-of-way, focusing on trenching and boring/jacking operations. It includes requirements for pit excavation, shoring, limitations on wet boring, auger specifications, and tree preservation.

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more than one inch (25 mm). iv. Borings with diameters six inches or less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking guided with auger or auger and following pipe method. v. Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. iii. Drip line of trees. The utility or wireless provider shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. i. Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications for Road
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Alsip · 22.18

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines specific standards and requirements for construction methods, focusing on boring/jacking and trenching within rights-of-way. It details pit management, specific boring techniques based on diameter, and references external IDOT specifications for trenching.

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more than one inch (25 mm). d. Borings with diameters six inches or less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking guided with auger or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. c. Drip line of trees. The utility or wireless provider shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. a. Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications for Road
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Schaumburg · 158.16

CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MATERIALS

Summary

This section outlines specific standards and requirements for construction methods used in rights-of-way, focusing on boring/jacking and trenching operations. It details pit dimensions, timing for excavation and backfilling, safety precautions, and diameter restrictions for boring, as well as referencing external standards for trenching.

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inch (1") (25 mm). (d) Borings With Diameters Six (6") Inches or Less: Borings of six inches (6") or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (e) Tree Preservation: Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching: Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. (c) Drip Line of Tree: The utility shall not trench or store materials within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. (3) Backfilling: (a) Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications For Road
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Burbank · 12.38

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and material standards for facilities within Burbank's rights-of-way, focusing on boring/jacking and trenching techniques to ensure safety and minimize disruption.

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inch (25 mm). d. Borings with diameters six (6) inches or less. Borings of six (6) inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking guided with auger or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the city to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. c. Drip line of trees. The utility or wireless provider shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the city to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. a. Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications for Road
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Evergreen Park · 21.238

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section establishes specific standards and requirements for boring, jacking, and trenching operations within Evergreen Park's rights-of-way. It details pit excavation timelines, shoring requirements, restrictions on wet boring, auger size limitations for borings, and tree preservation measures.

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more than one inch (25 mm). d. Borings with Diameters 6 Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. c. Drip Line of Trees. The utility or wireless provider shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. a.   Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT’s “Standard Specifications for Road
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Hometown · 5.88

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines specific requirements for construction methods in rights-of-way, detailing procedures for boring/jacking and trenching, including pit management, diameter restrictions, tree preservation, and open trench length limits.

Section Text
more than one inch (25 mm). (d) Borings with diameters six inches or less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking guided with auger or auger and following pipe method. (e) Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the City to be preserved or protected shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. (c) Drip line of trees. The utility or wireless provider shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the City to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. (a) Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's Standard Specifications for Road
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Geneva · 8.3.14

CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MATERIALS

Summary

This section outlines specific standards and requirements for different construction methods used in utility facility installation under public rights of way, including boring, jacking, and trenching. It details pit requirements, shoring, diameter limitations for borings, and emphasizes minimizing open trenches.

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than one inch (1") (25 mm). d. Borings With Diameters Six Inches Or Less: Borings of six inches (6") or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree Preservation: Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the city to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2. Trenching: Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off road location. c. Drip Line Of Tree: The utility shall only be allowed to trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the city to be preserved at the discretion of the engineer. 3. Backfilling: a. Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT
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Westchester · 7.112.140

Tree board

Summary

This section establishes a tree board in the Village of Westchester composed of village staff and a certified arborist. The board provides expert guidance, develops recommendations for tree preservation and management, and oversees related projects and appeals.

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Establishment. The Village of Westchester establishes a tree board, composed of village staff, dedicated to providing expert guidance on the preservation, planting, management, and protection of trees. This board is responsible for advising on the tree management plan. (b) Membership. The tree board shall include the public works director or their designee, the village manager, and a certified arborist. The certified arborist may be a staff member or an external consultant. (c) Procedures. The tree board shall meet and adopt...report to the Village of Westchester Board setting forth its past-year activities and recommendations for future action by the Village of Westchester. (d) Powers and duties. The tree board is empowered to: 1. Offer guidance and recommendations on tree preservation, care, management, and protection according to the tree management plan. 2. Suggest policies, projects, and initiatives to the village board for enhancing the village's tree landscape. 3. Oversee delegated plans and projects from the village board, aiming
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Shorewood · 7.4.16

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section outlines specific requirements for construction methods in public rights-of-way, focusing on boring/jacking and trenching. It details procedures for pit excavation, size limitations for borings, and mandates adherence to state specifications for trenching, with provisions for tree preservation.

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more than one inch (1"). d.   Borings With Diameters Six Inches Or Less: Borings of six inches (6") or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger or auger and following pipe method. e.   Tree Preservation: Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2.   Trenching: Trenching for facility installation, repair or maintenance on rights of way shall...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off road location. c.   The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. 3.   Backfilling: a.   Any pit, trench or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications
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Sleepy Hollow · 6.9.17

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and material requirements for work within Sleepy Hollow's rights-of-way. It details regulations for boring/jacking operations, including pit management and diameter limitations, and references IDOT specifications for trenching, with further requirements for open trench length and material placement.

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following pipe by more than one inch. d. Borings with diameters six inches or less: Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree preservation: Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2. Trenching: Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. c. Drip line: The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. 3. Backfilling: a. Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications
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Carpentersville · 12.08.160

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and material standards for public rights-of-way in Carpentersville. It details requirements for boring/jacking operations, including pit dimensions and timing, and specifies standards for trenching based on external road construction specifications.

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than one inch (twenty-five (25) mm). d. Borings with Diameters Six Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved or protected shall be bored a minimum of four feet under or around the root system. 2. Trenching. Trenching for facility installation...backfilled by the end of any workday shall be covered at the end of each day, enclosed with construction fencing and properly signed. d. The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. 3. Backfilling. a. Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with the "Standard Specifications for Road
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Country Club Hills · 5.4.16

Construction Methods and Materials

Summary

This section outlines specific requirements for construction methods in public rights-of-way, focusing on boring/jacking and trenching for utility facilities. It details pit excavation, shoring, diameter limitations for borings, and tree preservation measures.

Section Text
more than one inch (25 mm). (iv) Borings with Diameters 6 Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (v) Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the City to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights-of-way shall...allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. (iii) Drip Line. The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the City to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. (i) Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with any applicable ordinances, rules, regulations
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Hillside · 74.256

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines specific standards and requirements for utility facility construction in public rights-of-way, detailing methods for boring/jacking and trenching, including pit management, wet boring prohibitions, auger specifications, and tree preservation.

Section Text
more than one inch (25 mm). d. Borings with diameters six inches or less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights-of-way shall...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. c. The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. a. Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications
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Glenwood · 86.136

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines construction method standards for facilities on public rights-of-way, detailing requirements for boring/jacking operations, including pit management, bore diameter restrictions, and tree preservation. It also references state DOT specifications for trenching.

Section Text
more than one inch (25 mm). d. Borings with diameters six inches or less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. (2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights-of-way shall...does not allow for windowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. c. The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. (3) Backfilling. a. Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with the state department of trans
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Tinley Park · 103.16

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and material requirements for utility facilities in public rights-of-way, detailing standards for boring, jacking, and trenching operations, including pit management, wet boring prohibitions, auger specifications, and tree preservation measures.

Section Text
pipe by more than one inch (25mm). (d)   Borings with diameters six inches or less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (e)   Tree preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. (2)   Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. (c)   The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. (3)   Backfilling. (a)   Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT’s “Standard Specifications
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Streamwood · 8.1.1.16: Construction Methods And Materials:
Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and materials for utility facilities in public rights-of-way, detailing requirements for boring, jacking, trenching, and tree preservation.

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approved by the village. d.   Borings With Diameters Six Inches Or Less: Borings of six inches (6") or less in diameter may be accomplished by either directional boring, jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e.   Tree Preservation: Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. No excavation is allowed within the drip line. 2.   Trenching: Trenching for facility...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off road location. c.   The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. 3.   Backfilling: a.   Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications
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Orland Park · 3.8.16

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and material requirements for utility facilities in public rights-of-way, focusing on boring/jacking and trenching operations. It includes detailed specifications for pit excavation, shoring, boring diameters, and compliance with external standards.

Section Text
more than one inch (25 mm). iv.   Borings with Diameters 6 Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. v.   Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2.   Trenching. Trenching for facility installation repair, or maintenance on rights-of-way shall...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. iii.   The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved. 3.   Backfilling. i.   Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications
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Northlake · 7.10.16

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section establishes standards for construction methods in public rights-of-way, specifically detailing requirements for boring/jacking and trenching operations to ensure safety and minimize disruption.

Section Text
than one inch (1") (25 mm). d.   Borings With Diameters Six Inches Or Less: Borings of six inches (6") or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e.   Tree Preservation: Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the city to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2.   Trenching: Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off road location. c.   The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the city to be preserved. 3.   Backfilling: a.   Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications
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Richmond · 4.21.160

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section establishes technical standards and safety protocols for boring, jacking, and trenching activities conducted within municipal rights-of-way. It mandates specific excavation timeframes, shoring requirements, and construction methods to protect infrastructure and local tree populations.

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more than one inch (25 mm). (iv) Borings with Diameters 6 Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by both jacking, guided with auger or auger and following pipe method. (v) Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2. Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights-of-way shall...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. (iii) The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved. 29 of 51 3. Backfilling. (i) Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with the Village
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Elmwood Park · 10A-16

Construction Methods and Materials

Summary

This section outlines specific standards and requirements for utility construction methods within Elmwood Park's public rights-of-way, focusing on boring, jacking, and trenching operations. It details pit excavation, shoring, bore diameter limitations, wet boring prohibitions, and tree preservation measures.

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more than one inch (25 mm).(D) Borings with Diameters Six Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method.(E) Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system.(2) Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights of way shall...windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off road location.(C) Trenching Within Drip Line. The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved.(3) Backfilling.(A) Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications
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Riverdale · 12.30.160

Construction methods and materials

Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and material requirements for utility facilities in Riverdale's public rights-of-way. It details standards for boring/jacking operations, including pit management, wet boring prohibitions, and diameter limitations, as well as trenching requirements referencing IDOT standards and minimizing open trench length.

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more than one inch (twenty-five millimeters). d. Borings with Diameters Six Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameters may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. e. Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2. Trenching. Trenching for facility installation, repair or maintenance on rights...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. c. The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the village to be preserved. 3. Backfilling. a. Any pit, trench or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specification
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Orland Park · 3.8.16

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section outlines specific construction methods and material requirements for utility facilities in public rights-of-way, focusing on boring/jacking and trenching operations. It includes detailed specifications for pit excavation, shoring, boring diameters, and compliance with external standards.

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more than one inch (25 mm). iv.   Borings with Diameters 6 Inches or Less. Borings of six inches or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. v.   Tree Preservation. Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2.   Trenching. Trenching for facility installation repair, or maintenance on rights-of-way shall...does not allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off-road location. iii.   The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the Village to be preserved. 3.   Backfilling. i.   Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with IDOT's "Standard Specifications
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Darien · 6B-5.16

Construction Methods And Materials

Summary

This section outlines specific standards and requirements for construction methods used in public rights-of-way, focusing on boring/jacking and trenching for utility facilities. It details pit excavation, shoring, pipe diameter limitations, and tree preservation measures for boring, and references external standards for trenching.

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than one inch (1") (25 mm). (d)   Borings With Diameters Six Inches Or Less: Borings of six inches (6") or less in diameter may be accomplished by either jacking, guided with auger, or auger and following pipe method. (e)   Tree Preservation: Any facility located within the drip line of any tree designated by the city to be preserved shall be bored under or around the root system. 2.   Trenching: Trenching for facility installation, repair, or maintenance on rights...allow for windrowing excavated material off the paved portion of the roadway, excavated material shall be hauled to an off road location. (c)   Drip Line: The utility shall not trench within the drip line of any tree designated by the city to be preserved. 3.   Backfilling: (a)   Any pit, trench, or excavation created during the installation of facilities shall be backfilled for its full width, depth, and length using methods and materials in accordance with any applicable ordinances, rules, regulations
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