17.10.120 - Requirements for Improvements and Design.

A.

Compliance. In addition to the requirements established herein, all Subdivision Plats shall comply with the following law, rules, and regulations:

1.

All applicable statutory provisions.

2.

The Municipal Code.

3.

The Roadways and Functional Classifications in the General Plan, Official Land Use Map, public utilities plans and regulations, and Capital Improvements Programs, including all Streets, trails, drainage systems, and parks shown on the Official Map or Master Plan adopted or amended for the Subdivision.

4.

The rules of the Utah Department of Transportation if the Subdivision or any Lot contained therein abuts a state highway or Street.

B.

The South Salt Lake City Construction Specifications and Standard Drawings. All improvements in areas that will become public Rights-of-Ways and/or easements, or that will become the responsibility of a home owners' association shall meet the following requirements.

1.

Current MS-4 permit standards and South Salt Lake City Storm Drain Standards.

2.

The Utah Chapter, American Public Works Association (APWA) Manual of Standard Plans, current edition with all approved supplements is the City's general construction standard.

3.

The City has adopted refinements to the APWA standards that supersede the APWA Manual as provided below.

4.

Any variation, substitution, or exception from the standards in this policy must be authorized by the City Engineer or his/her designee. Any item of construction not covered by the provided standards must have plans and specifications must be approved by the City Engineer or his/her designee.

5.

City refinements to the APWA standards are as follows:

a.

Roadway, curb, gutter, driveway, and sidewalk standards.

i.

Plan 205.1: Curb and gutter. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 205.1.

ii.

Plan 209: Curbs. No details from plan 209 are acceptable. The City of South Salt Lake standard is Type A, from plan 205.1.

iii.

Plan 211: Waterway. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 211. The City of South Salt Lake standard shall be a four-foot (4') waterway. No other details are acceptable.

iv.

Plan 225: Open driveway approach. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

v.

Plan 229.1: Bridge driveway approach. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

vi.

Plan 229.2: Bridge driveway approach. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

vii.

Plan 231: Sidewalk. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 231. The City of South Salt Lake only accepts sidewalk widths of five feet (5').

viii.

Plan 235.1: Corner curb cut assembly. The City of South Salt Lake standard is Example B. Example A may be acceptable, at the City Engineer's sole discretion, if Example B is not feasible for the particular project.

ix.

Plan 235.2: Corner curb cut assembly. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

x.

Plan 235.3: Corner curb cut assembly. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

xi.

Plan 235.4: Corner curb cut assembly. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

xii.

Plan 256.1: Concrete pavement patch. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

xiii.

Plan 256.2: Concrete pavement patch. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 256.2.

b.

Drainage catch basins, inlets, outlets, and hardware standards.

i.

Plan 303: 44" Frame and cover. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

ii.

Plan 304: 48" Cover and frame. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

iii.

Plan 305.1: 51" Cover and frame. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

iv.

Plan 305.2: 51" Cover and frame. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

v.

Plan 305.3: 51" Cover and frame. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

vi.

Plan 308: 35 ½" Grate and frame. Curb hoods are not allowed.

vii.

Plan 309: 47 ¾" Grate and frame. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 309.

viii.

Plan 310: 48" Grate and frame. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

ix.

Plan 315.1: Catch basin. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 315.1. Curb hoods are not allowed.

x.

Plan 315.2: Catch basin. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 315.2. Curb hoods are not allowed.

xi.

Plan 316: Combination catch basin and cleanout box. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 316. Curb hoods are not allowed.

xii.

Plan 317: Curb face and inlet box. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

xiii.

Plan 322: Curb face outlet box. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

xiv.

Plan 331.1: Cleanout box. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

xv.

Plan 331.3: Cleanout box. This plan is not acceptable and is deleted.

xvi.

Plan 345: Concrete deck. The standard requires a 30" opening. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 345. The City prohibits a 60" deck plan with a 38"—40" opening.

xvii.

Plan 362: Cover collar for storm drains. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 362. The only acceptable detail is in Section A-A.

xviii.

Plan 372: Area drain. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 372. Curb hoods are not allowed.

xix.

Plan 402: 30" Frame and cover. The City's standard plan is depicted below and replaces APWA Plan 402. The standard requires solid sewer covers. Sewer covers with holes are not acceptable.

6.

Standard Road Profiles. Each Subdivision or Condominium Plat shall Dedicate Public Streets according to the Roadways and Functional Classifications in the General Plan that meet the following applicable minimum road profiles:

LOCAL

(RESIDENTIAL, NO ON STREET PARKING)

LOCAL

(RESIDENTIAL, ON STREET PARKING)

MINOR COLLECTOR - 2 L CONFIGURATION

MAJOR COLLECTOR - 3 L CONFIGURATION

MINOR ARTERIAL - 2 L

(COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL / INDUSTRIAL)

MINOR ARTERIAL - 3 L

(COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL / INDUSTRIAL)

MINOR ARTERIAL - 4 L

(COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL / INDUSTRIAL)

MAJOR ARTERIAL - 4 L

(COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL)

MAJOR ARTERIAL - 5 L

(COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL)

Oakland Avenue

(195 W Oakland Avenue To W Temple)

600 West

(2100 South - 2890 South)

DOWNTOWN - STATE STREET

(2100 S To I80)

DOWNTOWN - 300 WEST

(2100 S To I80)

DOWNTOWN - LOCAL STREET

DOWNTOWN - MAIN ST.

(2100 S To I80)

DOWNTOWN - WEST TEMPLE

(2100 S To I80)

DOWNTOWN - UTOPIA

(MAIN TO TRAX (200W))

DOWNTOWN - HAVEN AVE

(STATE ST. To MAIN ST.)

TOWNHOUSE INTERNAL PRIMARY ACCESS ROAD

TOWNHOUSE SECONDARY INTERNAL ACCESS ROAD

7.

Required Townhome Internal Primary Access Road Right-of-Way Amenities. From public Street to public Street, each Townhome Development shall include provide one or more of the following design amenities on each side of the internal primary access road:

8.

Standard Local Road Intersection Profile. The intersection of local roads in each Subdivision or Condominium Plat shall be configured as follows:

SECTION

INTERSECTION

Narrow Travel Lane 1. GENERAL A. The drawing is a typical arrangement. Construction varies according to the architechtural and engineering design.

2. PRODUCTS A. Pavement Markings: Paint. APWA Section 32 17 23.

3. EXECUTION A. Pavement Markings: Follow APWA Section 32 17 23.

9.

Standard Intersection Profile with Bulb-out. Each Subdivision or Condominium Plat shall incorporate the following traffic calming design at intersections as required by the City Engineer:

INTERSECTION

SECTION A-A

SECTION B-B

Bulb-out 10.

Each new subdivision shall incorporate the following solar powered, speed radar feedback signs within the Subdivision in locations designated by the City Engineer:

a.

For Collector Roads:

COLLECTOR

Notes: 1.

This sign shall be used on roads classified as "Collector."

2.

Standard static speed limit sign Utah MUTCD Sign R2-1. Solar powered feedback sign in preferred.

3.

Speed feedback sign shall be mounted below speed limit sign.

4.

Mounting Height: 7 ft. minimum, measured vertically from the bottom of the sign to the near edge of the traveled way, or the top of the curb. Unless approved by City Engineer.

Speed radar feedback sign 1.

GENERAL

A.

The drawing is a typical arrangement. Construction varies according to the architectural and engineering design.

2.

PRODUCTS

A.

Speed Limit Sign: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) R2-1 sign.

B.

Speed Feedback Sign: Dimensions match MUTCD R2-1 sign.

3.

EXECUTION

A.

Location: Collector roads only. Consult ENGINEER for location and spacing.

b.

For Local Roads:

LOCAL ROAD

Notes: 1.

This sign shall be used on local road only.

2.

Standard Utah MUTCD Sign R2-1. Solar powered flashing is preferred.

3.

Mounting Height: 7 ft minimum, measured vertically from the bottom of the sign to the near edge of the traveled way, or the top of the curb. Unless approved by City Engineer.

Speed radar feedback sign 1.

GENERAL

A.

The drawing is typical arrangement. Construction varies according to the architectural and engineering design.

2.

PRODUCTS

A.

Speed Limit Sign: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) R2-1 sign, 25 mph.

B.

Feedback flashing strip.

3.

EXECUTION

A.

Location: Residential area only. Consult ENGINEER for location and spacing.

C.

Self-Imposed Restrictions. If the Owner places restrictions on any of the land contained in the Subdivision greater than those required by these regulations, such restrictions or reference thereto may be required to be indicated on the Subdivision Plat, or within restrictive covenants be recorded with the County Recorder simultaneously with the Plat in a form and substance approved by the City Attorney, the material terms of which may not be altered without prior Planning Commission approval.

D.

Restrictions Due to Character of The Land. Land that is unsuitable for Subdivision or Development due to flooding, improper drainage, potentially toxic wastes, wetlands, geologic hazards, utility easements, or other features that reasonably will be harmful to the safety, health, and general welfare of the present or future inhabitants of the Subdivision and/or its surrounding Areas, shall not be subdivided or Developed unless adequate methods are formulated by the Applicant and approved by the Planning Commission, upon recommendation of the City Engineer, to solve the problems created by the unsuitable land conditions. The burden of the proof shall lie with the Applicant. Without adequate remediation, such land shall be set aside or reserved for Uses that do not involve such a danger.

(Ord. No. 2020-02, § IV(Exh. C), 1-8-2020; Ord. No. 2021-06, § XX, 5-26-2021; Ord. No. 2022-08, § I(Exh. A), 4-13-2022; Ord. No. 2023-27, § 1(Exh. A), 9-12-2023; Ord. No. 2025-06, § 1(Exh. A), 3-12-2025; Ord. No. 2025-10, § 1(Exh. A), 4-23-2025; Ord. No. 2026-06, § 1(Exh. A), 3-25-2026)