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1.11 PERMITS, FEES INSPECTION

1. Obtain all required permits from the Municipality and/or Utility to complete your work.
Make all submissions in a timely fashion with due regard for the requirements of the
construction schedule.
2. Pay all fees and charges levied by the authorities having jurisdiction. Arrange and pay for
any permits, inspections and certificates and work carried out by the Municipality or
Utilities in connection with your work.
3. Perform all tests required by the governing authorities, including those tests specified
under this Division, and submit a copy of the final approved inspection certificate for the
approval of the Engineer before taking over Certificate. All costs for testing to be borne by
the Contractor.
1.12 EXAMINATION OF SITE
1. Before submitting tenders, each trade shall examine the site to determine the conditions
which may affect the proposed work. No claims for extra payment will be considered
because of failure to fulfill this condition.
2. Determine in consultation with the Municipality and Utilities the location of all existing
underground services at the site.
3. Any comments by the Tenderer on the efficiency of the design, the availability of plant,
materials and labour and the time required for the completion of the work shall be made
when the tender is returned.
1.13 EXISTING UNDERGROUND SERVICES (IF ANY)
1. The contractor is responsible for the disconnection, rerouting, reconnection and removal
of all the existing underground pipes, ducts, etc. or as required.

1.14 DRAWINGS, CHANGES AND INSTALLATION

1. The drawings shall be considered to show the general character and scope of the work
and not the exact details of the installation. The installation shall be complete with all
accessories required for a complete and operative installation.
2. The location, arrangement and connection of equipment and material as shown on the
drawings represent a close approximation to the intent and requirements of the contract.
The right is reserved by the Engineer to make reasonable changes required to
accommodate conditions arising during the progress of the work, at no extra cost to the
Contract.
3. All piping and duct work in finished areas shall be concealed in ceiling spaces and shafts
or chased into walls. No exposed piping or duct work shall be installed in such areas
unless specifically approved by the Engineer.

15010 – GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS – 8/22