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Article 7: Subdivisions27 Section 7.9: Reservation of Space for Utilities (4) The subdivider or his /her representative must inform the professional making the certification prior to the start of construction and at intervals during construction when inspections are needed so that they can be scheduled. (5) Inspections by the Planning Department are made only to insure the following: (a) That the road is built to the required dimensions; (b) That the stone travelway is provided to the required width; (c) That adequate drainage is provided; (d) That any disturbed areas are seeded and mulched to establish permanent vegetation; and (e) To verify that the required road sign is in place. (6) The subdivider is responsible for supervising construction and for quality control inspections for clearing and grubbing of the right -of -way, compaction of fill, construction materials, and so forth. (7) The subdivider or representative should employ a qualified grading contractor (and supervisor if necessary) to insure that the road is in the correct location and that acceptable methods and materials are used. (8) Bonds or letters of credit cannot be released or reduced until completion of the road is certified. Arrangements for payment between the subdivider and contractor are not the responsibility of Orange County. 7.8.6 Alleys (A) Alleys shall be required for lots used for commercial and industrial purposes except that this requirement may be waived where other definite and assured provision is made for service access. (B) Alleys shall not be provided in residential subdivisions unless necessitated by unusual circumstances. (C) The width of an alley shall be adequate for the purpose which it serves. (D) Dead end alleys shall be avoided where possible, but if unavoidable, shall be provided with adequate turn around facilities at the dead end as may be recommended by the Planning Board and approved by the Board of County Commissioners. 7.9.1 Easements Required (A) Where several utilities are available or can be anticipated to serve a subdivision according to utility extension plans, utility easements, setbacks or other methods of providing services may be required for service in that subdivision. (B) Except where utilities may be located in approved alleys, easements, setbacks, or other methods, not less than six feet in width may be required on each side of rear and side lot lines. Orange County, North Carolina — Unified Development Ordinance Page 7 -27