A preliminary soils report, prepared by a soils engineer registered
in this state, and based upon adequate test borings, shall be required
for every subdivision, unless waived by the city engineer.
(Prior code § 27-55.01)
The preliminary soils report maybe waived if the city engineer
determines that due to the knowledge he or she has as to the soils
qualities of the subdivision no preliminary analysis is necessary.
(Prior code § 27-55.02)
A.
If
the preliminary soils report indicates the presence of critically
expansive soils or other soils problems which, if not corrected, would
lead to structural defect, a soils investigation of each lot in the
subdivision may be required.
B.
Such
soils investigation shall be done by a soils engineer registered in
this state, who shall recommend the corrective action which is likely
to prevent structural damage to each structure proposed to be constructed
in the area where such soils problem exists. Each report shall be
kept on file for public inspection by the city.
(Prior code § 27-55.03)
