A.
At a minimum, regular inspections shall be made and documented at the following specified stages of construction:
(1)
Preconstruction inspection, prior to initiation of any grading activity;
(2)
Perimeter drainage inspection;
(3)
Upon completion of excavation to subgrade prior to placement of the stabilized base;
(4)
During placement of stabilized base structural fill, concrete and installation of culvert pipes and storm drain inlets;
(5)
Prior to and during installation of all utilities;
(6)
During backfill of foundations, public water and sewer lines and utility trenches;
(7)
During paving or surface treatment operations;
(8)
Upon completion of final grading and establishment of permanent stabilization;
(9)
Final inspection.
B.
Notice. The developer or the contractor shall notify the Roads Division 48 hours before needing an inspection.
C.
Material certifications. The Department may collect material samples for testing prior to use and during construction as determined by the Engineer. The developer shall reimburse the Department for all reasonable expenses for material testing.
D.
Actions for violations. The Department may, for enforcement purposes, use any one or a combination of the following actions:
E.
Enforcement. Any step in the enforcement process may be taken at any time, depending on the severity of the violation.
F.
As-built plan certification. Once construction is complete, as-built plan certification shall be submitted by either a professional engineer or professional land surveyor licensed in the state to ensure that all construction is in compliance with the specifications contained in the approved plans.