05-21-2019 Right of Way PermittingPowerPoint Presentation
Updates to the Limited Right-of-Way Use Permit Code
Public Works Department
Policy Question
Should City Council approve the ordinance to update the limited right-of-way use permit code, FWRC sections 4.25.090 and 4.25.100, as they relate to street obstruction bonds and insurance
requirements?
Background Information
All property owners, businesses, and residents benefit from the utilities located within the right-of-way.
Property owners access their properties through driveways within the right-of-way.
City needs to permit use of the right-of-way in a manner where infrastructure is restored and the public is protected.
Current FWRC Limited Right-of-Way Use Permits
Current Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC) 4.25.090 – Limited Right-of-Way Use Permits
May require bonding as outlined in FWRC 19.25.
FWRC 19.25 bonding is onerous for standard utility connections and driveway aprons.
FWRC 19.25 bonding is more typical for large projects building / impacting extensive right-of-way.
No insurance requirements.
Proposed FWRC Changes
Limited right-of-way use permits will require a simple Street Obstruction Bond (consistent with most jurisdictions).
One page standard form.
Fixed dollar amount.
Fixed timeline.
Explicitly adds insurance requirements.
Options Considered
1. Approve the proposed ordinance.
2. Reject the proposed ordinance and
provide direction to staff.
Mayor’s Recommendation
Option 1: Approve the proposed ordinance.
Questions?