Chapter 18.05
INTRODUCTION
Sections:
18.05.005 Introduction.
The following design standards were developed by the city of Coos Bay’s public works department and established by city Ordinance No. 479. This document is intended to facilitate the planning, design and implementation of public projects, private projects, and related facilities. The design standards are primarily intended for use by a developer’s design engineer for private projects. However, they will also be utilized by design consultants under contract with the city for preparation of public infrastructure designs.
The design standards cannot provide for all situations. They are intended to establish a consistent policy for implementing design of public improvements and related facilities, but do not substitute for competent work by design professionals. Engineers are expected to provide expertise and judgment from their respective disciplines. In addition to these standards, design consultants and engineers must comply with appropriate state and federal codes, safety regulations, environmental requirements and other applicable regulations. Note that this document refers to many other potentially applicable requirements, but references herein do not necessarily comprise a comprehensive list.
Design professionals are encouraged to read this document prior to the project planning phase so that potential compliance issues may be identified and resolved early. The city’s unique terrain, geology, climate and historic context make project development to modern standards a challenging endeavor. The city recognizes these challenges and encourages designers to actively collaborate with the public works department as new projects are planned, designed and constructed.
The public works director or authorized designee has authority to periodically update and interpret the provisions of this document. Future modifications are intended to promote uniformity in the application of the design standards.
These standards are not intended to unreasonably limit any innovative or creative effort which could result in better quality. Public works will evaluate any proposed departure from these standards based on the design exception process detailed in Chapter 18.10 CBMC.
Other permits and standards may be applicable to specific projects. The design professional bears the responsibility to obtain necessary permits and to comply with all applicable standards related to specific projects. [Ord. 479 § 1 (EDS § 1), 2016].