The regulations of this chapter are intended to promote the safety and welfare for both the residents of subdivisions and the public in general, and to prolong the economic life of subdivisions, enhance views and scenic attributes, and enhance the general living environment.
(Ord. 1-91 § 1 (8-8.0); Ord. 4-16 § 1 (Exh. A) (part))
All existing and proposed utility distribution facilities within the subdivision and along project streets, except those exempted by the regulations of the Public Utilities Commission, supplying electric, communication or similar or associated services, installed in and for the purpose of supplying such service to any subdivision requiring the filing of a parcel map or final map, shall be placed underground. Distribution facilities do not include metal poles used for street lighting, traffic signals, pedestals for police and fire system communications and alarms, pedestal-mounted meter cabinets, substations, and facilities used to carry voltages higher than thirty-five thousand (35,000) volts.
(Ord. 1-91 § 1 (8-8.1); Ord. 4-16 § 1 (Exh. A) (part))
The subdivider is responsible for complying with all requirements of this chapter, and shall make the necessary arrangements with the utility or communication companies involved for the installation of the facilities required by Section 9.32.020.
(Ord. 1-91 § 1 (8-8.2); Ord. 4-16 § 1 (Exh. A) (part))
A. 
The subdivider may request an exception from the requirements of this chapter by submitting to the advisory agency a statement describing fully the nature and extent of the exception at the time of the tentative tract map or tentative parcel map application, and the reasons for which it is requested.
B. 
The request for the exception shall be reviewed and considered by the City Engineer. The request shall present evidence that a balancing of the requirements of the public health, safety and general welfare with the feasibility of meeting such requirements does not warrant the strict application of the requirements of this chapter, by reason of economic feasibility, soil, topography, compatibility of surrounding area, and future potential number of building sites affected. If the City Engineer determines that an exception is warranted, a condition of approval shall be included for consideration by the advisory agency for the tentative tract map.
(Ord. 4-16 § 1 (Exh. A) (part))