(1) The standards apply to all newly constructed public and private street and stormwater features or modifications of existing facilities which are within the scope of reconstructions or capital improvement projects when so required by City of Covington or to the extent they are expressly referred to in project plans and specifications.

(2) These standards are not intended to apply to “resurfacing, restoration, and rehabilitation” projects as those terms are defined in the Local Agency Guidelines, Washington State Department of Transportation, as amended. However, the Engineer may consider the standards as optional goals for resurfacing, restoration, and rehabilitation projects.

(3) The Design and Construction Standards are intended to be consistent with the Covington Municipal Code, adopted comprehensive plan, and other planning, public works and parks related studies on file with the City.

(4) In case of inconsistency or conflict between the Covington Municipal Code and the Design and Construction Standards, the most restrictive provision shall apply, unless otherwise determined by the Public Works Director.

(5) Failure to comply with these standards may result in denial of plan or development permit approval, revocation of prior approvals, and/or other penalties as provided in Chapter 1.30 CMC. (Ord. 27-16 § 6; Ord. 38-02 § 2 (12.42.030))