Gallup_Municipal_ROW-Public_Easement_Work_Permit.pdf

The document is a Municipal Right-of-Way/Public Easement Work Permit from the City of Gallup, New Mexico, designed to regulate excavation and construction activities within public rights-of-way. The permit requires detailed documentation including a work site traffic control plan, compaction testing, and provisions for repairing any damage to public infrastructure such as streets, alleys, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks. The permit mandates that all work be completed within 30 days, with potential for a 30-day extension if approved by the city manager, and requires specific insurance coverage and traffic control measures.

The permit includes a comprehensive fee structure with varying rates based on project type: a minimum of $500 for commercial construction, $250 for residential construction, and $50 for noninvasive excavations. Significant penalties are outlined for non-compliance, including fines ranging from $100 to $500 for multiple offenses, potential liens against benefiting properties for unpaid fees, and liquidated damages of $100 per day if streets or alleys are closed longer than 30 days. The document also specifies detailed technical requirements for excavation, backfilling, pavement cuts, and compaction, emphasizing the city's commitment to maintaining infrastructure quality and public safety during construction projects.