In the event the subdivider elects to defer construction of the improvements required under Article X until after approval of the final plat, a bond shall be required of the subdivider, the amount and specifications of which shall be approved by Zoning Administrator, securing to the City the actual construction and installation of such improvements within a period of two years from the date of recording the plat and in accordance with standard specifications of the City of Walhalla. Such bond shall be in cash or be made by a surety company authorized to do business in the State of South Carolina, and shall be made payable to and enforceable by the City of Walhalla, South Carolina. Such bond must equal at least 125% of the cost of the required improvements. The surety shall not be released from said bond except by written release from the City Council.
A. 
In any case in which the Zoning Administrator may have reasonable doubt concerning the stability or proper construction of any improvement required herein, upon his recommendation the City Council may require a maintenance bond for a period of two years for maintenance of said improvement. This bond shall be in cash or be made by a surety company authorized to do business in the State of South Carolina.
B. 
The subdivider, by agreement with the Zoning Administrator, shall maintain for a period of nine months the fill and improvements in and over the ditches that were cut for the installation of utilities, including storm and sanitary sewers, water, gas and laterals.