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1. Utility easement width. Utility easements shall measure ten (10) feet on each side of abutting rear lot lines. On subdivision perimeter rear lot lines adjacent to unsubdivided property, utility easements shall measure ten (10) feet in width. In the event that the location of utility easements adjacent to rear property lines is unsuitable for use by utility companies due to drainage, irrigation ditches, or other obstructions, the subdivider shall provide like-width easements adjacent to said areas of obstruction. Side lot line easements, where necessary, shall measure ten (10) feet in full width; five (5) feet on either side of a lot line is acceptable. Front lot line easements shall measure ten (10) feet in width. Easements may be more or less than widths stated if the specific utility indicates in writing a width other than those required by this Code. Utility easements shall be subject to the approval of the Town or applicable utility company.

2. Multiple installations within easements. Easements shall be designed so as to provide efficient installation of utilities. Public utility installations shall be located as to permit multiple installations within the easements. The developer will establish final utility grades prior to utility installations.

3. Underground utilities. Telephone lines, electric lines, cable television lines, and other like utility services shall be placed underground. The subdivider shall be responsible for complying with the requirements of this Section, and shall make the necessary arrangements, including any construction or installation charges with each utility provider for the installation of such facilities. Transformers, switching boxes, meter cabinets, pedestals, ducts, and other facilities necessarily appurtenant to such underground utilities shall be placed underground or on the surface but not on utility poles. Screening or fencing may be required for above ground facilities. Electric transmission and distribution feeder lines and necessary appurtenances thereto may not be placed above ground unless they are carrying greater than 115 kV. Such facilities shall be placed within easements or public streets, as therein provided, or upon private easements or rights-of-way provided for particular facilities.

4. Street lighting. Street lighting and associated underground street lighting supply circuits shall be installed by the Developer per the specifications included in the Town of Frederick Design Standards and Construction Specifications, December 13, 2007. A photometric plan is required to be included with the construction plans for all subdivisions and any other new development.

5. Pedestrian trail lighting. Pedestrian lighting is required for all pedestrian trails and trail connections that are not adjacent to and illuminated by roadway lighting. Such lighting shall be of a type and character that provides for both safety and aesthetic concerns. Pedestrian lighting along an arterial or collector street shall have light poles and fixtures conforming to planned or existing street lighting unless approved otherwise by Planning and Engineering staff. At a minimum, pedestrian lighting shall be provided at intersections of pedestrian trails, and at intersection of trails with roadways.