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RPS V7.1 - 2016 Part 11 - Planning Scheme Policy 9 - Infrastructure Works - Chapter 2 - Page 7

Chapter 2 - Documentation and General Conditions

9.2.1 Purpose (1) The purpose of this chapter of the policy is to -

(a) ensure that engineering plans and other documents are uniformly prepared in accordance with this policy and Australian Standards where appropriate and include an adequate level of detail to enable the local government and other future users to -

(i) access infrastructure assets; (ii) consistently locate and readily compare information; (iii) rely on the accuracy of the information;

(b) clearly state engineering and general conditions that are applicable to the construction of

infrastructure that will become a public asset and the responsibility of the local government to maintain.

9.2.2 Applicability (1) This chapter of the policy applies to all development applications which require the submission of

plans and/or documentation for examination under the planning scheme; (2) This policy is relevant to applications for material change of use, reconfiguring a lot, building work

or operational work, when applicable.

9.2.3 Application Requirements (1) Where new development has roads, frontage treatment or services that affect or abut a declared

main road, a letter of approval from the Department of Main Roads is included before the documents are inspected.

(2) Civil engineering works - one set of documents, including all specifications and drawings are

submitted to the local government for inspection. This submission incorporates one A1 size and one A3 size legible paper copy of each drawing. All documents are certified as checked and approved by the applicant's Consultant Engineer before submission.

(3) Landscape works - five sets of documents comprising specifications and drawings are submitted

to the local government for inspection. All documents are certified as checked and approved by the applicant's landscape architect before submission.

(4) After inspection by the local government, documents are amended to conform to local government

requirements and one set of amended civil engineering construction documents are lodged with the local government for re-inspection. Four sets of amended drawings are required for landscape works.

(5) All existing As-Constructed information supplied by the local government, whether transmitted

verbally, electronically, in written correspondence or on hard copy drawings, may contain inaccuracies and users are to take appropriate measures to verify any information obtained. The local government will not accept liability or responsibility to the user or any other person or entity with respect to any inaccuracies which may be contained in the information supplied.

9.2.4 Plan and Document Presentation 9.2.4.1 Sheet Sizes and Plan Standard (1) Generally, all engineering drawings are on standard A1 size sheets. Drawings are produced to a

standard acceptable to the local government.

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(2) Landscape drawing sizes may vary from A4 to A0 in accordance with the extent of the project. 9.2.4.2 Scales (1) Scales used for all drawings are those recommended by the Standards Association of Australia

which are 1:1, 1:2.5, and 1:5 and multiples of 10 of these scales. (2) 1:2 or multiples thereof are not desirable. (3) The following scales are suggested but these may be varied, as appropriate to the works

concerned -

(a) plan - 1:1000 or 1:500;

(b) longitudinal section - (i) horizontal - 1:1000 or 1:500; (ii) vertical - 1:100 or 1:50;

(c) cross sections - 1:100 (natural scale only will be accepted);

(d) intersection details - 1:250;

(e) access chamber details and the like - 1:25 or 1:10.

(4) Landscape plan scales are to match with site plans, architectural and or engineering drawing

scales as applicable. 9.2.4.3 Dimensioning on Drawings Linear dimensions on all drawings are in metres, with the exception of some detail drawings of small structures such as access chambers, which may be in millimetres. 9.2.4.4 Survey Information for Design of Works (1) Sufficient levels are obtained to enable -

(a) long sections to be shown for the centreline of all roads, stormwater drainage lines and sewerage lines, with natural surface levels nominally shown at twenty (20) metre intervals and at significant changes of grade on the natural surface;

(b) cross sections are drawn for roads and open drains nominally at twenty (20) metre intervals

and at significant changes of grade on the longitudinal section;

(c) contours of 0.5 metre maximum intervals are drawn representing the natural surface of the land.

9.2.5 Design Plans 9.2.5.1 General (1) All engineering drawings and calculations are supervised and signed as checked and approved by

a Registered Professional Civil Engineer (Queensland) before being submitted for all roadworks, stormwater drainage, sewerage, water supply, erosion and sediment control and lot improvement works.

(2) Street lighting and electricity reticulation is prepared and certified by a Registered Professional

Electrical Engineer (Queensland) and co-ordinated and lodged by the Registered Professional Civil Engineer (Queensland) who will act as the Principal Consultant Engineer.

(3) All landscaping design and drawings are certified by a registered member of the Australian

Institute of Landscape Architecture. Where landscaping is part of works involving civil engineering construction, the landscaping plans are co-ordinated and lodged by the Registered Professional


Civil Engineer (Queensland) acting as the Principal Consultant Engineer and the representative of the applicant.

(4) A preliminary plan and calculations for stormwater overland flow is included when the application

is submitted for the site layout inspection in order to verify that the overland flow path is adequate at all locations throughout the development. In general, preliminary overland flow calculations do not need to be as precise as pipe calculations but a specific route for stormwater overland flow is clearly shown.

(5) The design includes sufficient information outside the boundaries of the premises as determined

by the local government to verify that future extension of the proposed works can proceed in accordance with local government standards and without any undue cost to future development.

(6) All construction, such as pavement, footpaths, kerb and channel, drainage, sewerage and others

are designed to join smoothly to existing construction to the satisfaction of the local government. (7) Where the local government has approved staged development, the local government may require

engineering design and construction to include the whole of the land, or such additional parts of the land as will enable the local government to maintain the works in a satisfactory condition if the balance of the development does not proceed to completion.

(8) Drawing content is optimised to give balanced drawings with a minimum of blank spaces and a

minimum number of drawings. (9) Civil engineering drawings, in general include the following -

(a) title block;

(b) locality plan;

(c) layout and stage plan;

(d) plan of each new road;

(e) detail plans of each intersection and cul-de-sac;

(f) longitudinal section of each road;

(g) type cross sections;

(h) cross sections of each road;

(i) signs and pavement marking plan;

(j) longitudinal section of each drainline;

(k) stream and open channel drainage plans;

(l) stormwater drainage catchment plan;

(m) stormwater drainage calculations;

(n) earthworks plan;

(o) sewerage reticulation plan;

(p) longitudinal section of each sewer line;

(q) water reticulation plan;

(r) landscape plan;

(s) erosion and sediment control plan;


(t) water quality control provisions;

(u) electrical reticulation, street lighting and conduit plan. 9.2.5.2 Title block (1) Without limitation, the following information is included on all plans -

(a) the local government’s file reference number;

(b) development name, if any;

(c) real property description;

(d) locality;

(e) developer's name;

(f) scales;

(g) drawing number and sheet number;

(h) schedule and date of amendments;

(i) signed design certification;

(j) signed check certification;

(k) signed approval certification, by the relevant qualified person. 9.2.5.3 Locality plan The location of the development in relation to adjacent centres, main roads, major streets or waterways is shown. 9.2.5.4 Layout and stage plan (1) For large developments, the layout plan shows the relationship of all new roads to each other, and

to existing roads adjoining the development. (2) Where development is planned in stages, the boundaries of proposed stages are shown on the

plan, and the stages identified by numbering. (3) Existing and proposed streets which are adjacent to or fronting the proposal are included on the

layout plans. (4) All services, natural features, significant trees and the like are shown on existing road reserves. (5) Details of the permanent survey mark, including the AHD level from which the levels were

transferred, are included. 9.2.5.5 Plan of each new road (1) The plan of each road includes -

(a) road reserve boundaries;

(b) lot boundaries, both existing and proposed;

(c) centreline or other construction line;

(d) chainages on centreline or construction line;


(e) bearings of the centreline or construction line;

(f) offsets if the construction line is not the centreline;

(g) tangent point chainages of each curve;

(h) radius and tangent length of each curve;

(i) road reserve boundaries, centreline, and bearing of each intersecting road;

(j) chainage of the intersection point of road centrelines;

(k) channel lip lines, kerb types, lip radii and chainage of all tangent points of lip lines;

(l) edge of pavement, where no kerb and channel is proposed;

(m) dimensioned road reserve, verge, footpath and pavement widths, where these differ from the standard cross section;

(n) location and details of signs and road markings proposed;

(o) drain line locations and diameters of pipes;

(p) access chamber locations;

(q) gully location tabulated to include type, chainage, centre of grate lip level, pipe diameter and

invert levels;

(r) location of existing utilities or other existing works within the site;

(s) limits and levels of lot filling or grading;

(t) co-ordinates of all set out points;

(u) location and levels of bench marks and reference pegs on AHD;

(v) north point. 9.2.5.6 Detail plans of intersections, culs-de-sac or the like (1) Intersection detail plans include all relevant information required for plans together with additional

details such as channel lip levels on all kerb and channel returns, pavement contours and channelisation works.

(2) Lip level longitudinal grading plots for kerb returns and culs-de-sac are shown on the drawing or

alternatively, photocopies of plots may be submitted for examination. 9.2.5.7 Longitudinal sections of roads (1) The longitudinal section of each road includes -

(a) chainages;

(b) peg levels;

(c) design road centreline levels;

(d) a plot of the existing surface on the construction centreline;

(e) design grades;

(f) chainage and level of tangent points of vertical curves;


(g) sight distance diagram for each direction of travel for collector or higher order roads only;

(h) line marking where applicable. 9.2.5.8 Type cross sections of roads (1) A standard cross section is shown for each road, including -

(a) road reserve width;

(b) pavement widths, lip to lip dimension;

(c) road verge widths;

(d) concrete footpath and cycle paths;

(e) crossfalls of pavement and road verges;

(f) pavement depth;

(g) type of kerb and channel;

(h) type of pavement surfacing.

9.2.5.9 Cross sections of roads (1) A cross section is shown for each chainage on each road; (2) Cross sections show -


(b) pavement centreline, or other construction lines;

(c) natural surface;

(d) design cross section;

(e) crossfall of pavement and road verge, pavement and road verge widths, and pavement depths, wherever these differ from the standard cross section.

(3) When existing bitumen sealed roads are widened, cross sections include the full existing sealed

pavement cross section at not more than 10 metre intervals. (4) Each cross section shows the percentage crossfall on the existing bitumen surface and the design

crossfall to the lip of the proposed kerb and channel. (5) Notations on drawings also require the Supervising Engineer to check for any errors between the

design and the set out of the kerb and channel before the kerb and channel is constructed. 9.2.5.10 Signs and road pavement marking plans These plans show all necessary traffic lights, warning signs, regulatory signs, direction signs and pavement marking details, adequately dimensioned for accurate setting out. The sign and line marking information is on a separate set of plans to other plans referred to above. 9.2.5.11 Longitudinal sections of stormwater drainlines (1) A longitudinal section of each drain line is shown, including -

(a) chainages;

(b) existing surface levels;


(c) design invert levels;

(d) access chamber chainages, inlet and outlet invert levels, and finished surface levels of structures;

(e) distances between access chambers;

(f) grade of each pipe in percent;

(g) diameter of each pipe length;

(h) class of each pipe, length and type of pipe;

(i) design discharge;

(j) design velocity;

(k) designed hydraulic grade line.

(2) All piped drainlines and constructed or natural channels used to convey run-off as part of the

development are shown on drawings. (3) Longitudinal sections and cross sections of all channels show the calculated hydraulic grade line

for the design frequency. (4) Piped drainlines are included either on the road longitudinal sections where applicable or detailed

separately. 9.2.5.12 Stormwater drainage catchment plan (1) The catchment plan shows all catchments, including external areas contributing to the stormwater

drainage design, and the following -


(b) lot boundaries;

(c) peg lines and chainages;

(d) finished surface contours at not more than 2 metres vertical interval or 30 metres horizontal interval with spot levels where 0.5 metre contours are more than 30 metres apart, all on AHD;

(e) identification of drainlines;

(f) access chambers, catchpits, location and type of stormwater improvement devices or

associated infrastructure;

(g) drainage easements where required over underground drainlines and outlets. (2) Waterway longitudinal sections and cross sections are included in the drainage plans at intervals

not exceeding 100 metres in order to determine flood levels. 9.2.5.13 Waterway and open channel plans (1) Engineering drawings for waterways and open channels, whether natural or constructed, include

the following information -

(a) longitudinal and cross sections with invert levels, 50 percent AEP and 1 percent AEP flood levels, and where applicable, existing and proposed surface profiles;

(b) plans showing existing and proposed surface contours, where applicable, and 1 percent and

50 percent AEP flood lines. Additionally, show 10 percent AEP flood lines in parkland;


(c) details of all proposed construction, landscaping and maintenance. 9.2.5.14 Sewerage layout plan (1) The sewerage layout plan includes -

(a) the boundary of the development;

(b) a north point;

(c) details of the permanent survey mark, including the AHD level from which the levels were transferred;

(d) finished surface contours with sufficient levels to verify house branch design;

(e) lot layout and numbers;

(f) location of all sewer lines and other services where they cross;

(g) pumping stations, maintenance structure numbers and sewer diameters;

(h) a site plan at a scale of 1:50 for sewerage pump stations;

(i) details of water and electricity supply, landscaping, access and control buildings, if applicable;

(j) date of preparation of drawings.

(2) Where the proposed development consists of two or more stages, a preliminary master layout

plan showing boundaries of all stages, which are identified by numbering, is provided by the Consultant Engineer. The plan also shows the proposed locations and sizes of all trunk mains, pumping stations and sewage treatment plants, where relevant. Contours are shown at 0.5 metre nominal intervals or as otherwise approved by the local government.

(3) Lot layout need not be provided in the master plan. However, the proposed number of lots in each

stage is provided. Details of the location and area of all zonings proposed are provided. (4) Should a temporary or permanent sewage treatment plant be required, an Environmental Impact

Statement (EIS) is prepared and submitted to the local government and to the relevant State Government department/s for review. All approvals are obtained by the developer at the developer’s expense.

(5) Where sewage treatment plants are proposed, the local government will examine these but the

developer is to connect to the local government's sewer. Such plants may be permitted either on an interim or a permanent basis. Any such permission will be subject to an EIS for the approval of Redland Water and Waste and the relevant State Government departments. Redland Water and Waste will advise the local government's requirements for such plants on a case by case basis.

9.2.5.15 Sewerage longitudinal sections (1) The longitudinal section of each sewer line includes -

(a) upstream and downstream invert levels;

(b) surface levels;

(c) depth;

(d) grade expressed as 1 in …;

(e) diameter;

(f) type and class of pipe;


(g) chainage;

(h) distance between maintenance structures;

(i) concrete stops, where required;

(j) maintenance hole and shaft number;

(k) maintenance hole type and drop type;

(l) location and depth of all underground services;

(m) the design invert level of each house connection branch indicated with an X, the lot number and the type and invert level of the branch.

9.2.5.16 Water reticulation layout plan (1) The developer is to provide a basic water reticulation layout plan showing -

(a) pipeline sizes;

(b) fire hydrant locations;

(c) valve locations;

(d) bends locations;

(e) junction locations;

(f) ready tap or similar locations;

(g) service connection location;

(h) cross-road conduit locations;

(i) changes to existing works;

(j) specific notes and instructions;

(k) a locality drawing;

(l) the boundary of the development;

(m) a north point;

(n) finished surface contours at maximum 0.5 metre intervals covering the entire area of the development;

(o) lot layout and numbers;

(p) proposed location for any pump stations, showing access details;

(q) the date the drawing was prepared.

(2) The design plan includes, in addition to the above details -

(a) references to the local government's approved standard drawings;

(b) depths to invert of pipes;

(c) material type and class of pipes and joints;

(d) distances between fittings;


(e) type, size and class of all fittings;

(f) size and location of all concrete anchor blocks, thrust blocks, and diaphragm walls;

(g) dimension from road alignment boundary;

(h) minimum clearances to other services;

(i) pipeline and fitting, internal and external protection details including at road pavement crossings;

(j) trench cross section detail showing the pipes as well as bedding and filling materials for each

size and type of pipe with a reference to Australian Standards and/or the manufacturer's instructions regarding installation;

(k) pump curves if appropriate, including head/discharge curve, NPSHR curve and efficiency

curves;

(l) complete pipe work and structural details of any pump stations, including complete details of valves and other fittings;

(m) proposed technical specifications for pumps and pump stations including provision of flow

meters, pressure transducers and their connection to a telemetry system. (3) Where the proposed development consists of two or more stages, a master layout plan showing

the boundaries of all stages, which are identified by numbering, is provided by the Consultant Engineer. The plan also shows locations of any existing or proposed trunk mains, treatment plants or reservoirs.

(4) Lot layout need not be provided. However, the proposed number of lots in each stage is provided.

Details of the location and area of all zonings proposed are provided. Contours are shown at maximum 0.5 metre intervals or as approved by the local government.

(5) Where water treatment plants are proposed, the local government may reject these and the

developer may be required to connect to the local government’s mains; or they may be permitted either as an interim plant or a permanent plant. Any such permission is subject to an EIS to the approval of Redland Water and Waste and the relevant State Government department/s. Redland Water and Waste will advise of the local government’s requirements for such plants on a case by case basis.

9.2.5.17 Erosion and sediment control plan (1) An erosion and sediment control plan shows the following information -

(a) an accurate property description;

(b) a north point;

(c) drawn to a scale which is suitable to the site, normally 1:1000;

(d) accurate contours at an interval suitable to the site, normally 0.5 metres;

(e) property boundaries;

(f) construction site or disturbed area boundary, outside of which no works, vehicle movements or stockpiling of materials occurs;

(g) details of soil types within the distributed area including acid sulfate soils;

(h) details of access points to the construction site, and methods adopted for the removal of mud

and dirt from vehicle tyres;


(i) location, details, dimensions and maintenance schedules of all permanent and temporary sediment control structures;

(j) design calculations detailing the sizing of all stormwater quality control devices;

(k) location of existing vegetation which is retained and methods proposed to protect vegetation

from machinery;

(l) location of vegetation which is to be removed, and method of disposal;

(m) all existing waterways and/or drainage structures on the subject and adjacent premises;

(n) a plan at an appropriate scale, showing the relationship of the premises with the catchment in which it lies, as well as the relationship of the premises to any waterways, wetlands or natural drainage lines;

(o) temporary and permanent stormwater management;

(p) material stockpile areas;

(q) staging of the erosion and sediment control works in note form that schedules the

implementation stages of the various techniques;

(r) finished levels at AHD, where appropriate;

(s) re-vegetation techniques. 9.2.5.18 Landscaping plans Refer to Phase 4 - Construction Design Plans and Documentation in Chapter 11 - Landscaping, of this policy. 9.2.5.19 Waste Management Plan Refer to section 9.16.9 in Chapter 16 - Waste Management, of this policy.

9.2.6 Information Required For On-Maintenance 9.2.6.1 General (1) All required documentation and As-Constructed drawings are submitted to the local government

prior to any construction being accepted On-Maintenance - refer to sections 9.2.6.2 and 9.2.6.3 of this chapter of the policy.

(2) The following relevant bonds are submitted to the local government -

(a) Performance Bonds;

(b) Significant Vegetation Bonds;

(c) Uncompleted Works Bonds, where relevant;

(d) As-Constructed Information Bonds;

(e) Maintenance Bonds. Note - Refer Planning Scheme Policy 3 - Contributions and Security Bonding, Chapter 4. (3) As a result of the local government review of the As-Constructed information and an On-

Maintenance inspection of the completed works, the As-Constructed information and/or documentation may require amendment. Should this be necessary and should it be appropriate to


place the development On-Maintenance, then the As-Constructed Information Bond is applicable before the On-Maintenance approval is issued.

(4) Prior to the local government formally accepting the development works On-Maintenance where

amended As-Constructed information is required, the applicant is to lodge a bond of an amount per lot or; an amount for each additional dwelling unit; or a percentage value of the construction cost of a building for the security of the preparation of As-Constructed information. Refer to Planning Scheme Policy 3 - Contributions and Security Bonding for information regarding bonding amounts.

(5) Amendments to As-Constructed drawings or documentation required by the local government are

completed and the information resubmitted to the satisfaction of the local government. (6) Once the As-Constructed information has been resubmitted, 60 percent of the As-Constructed

Information Bond is returned. The remaining 40 percent of the bond is returned after the final As-Constructed information is approved by the local government.

(7) The resubmission of the As-Constructed information is required within one month of development

going On-Maintenance. Non compliance with resubmission of amended As-Construction within this period may result in - (a) the On-Maintenance period being extended for the time that the As-Constructed data is

outstanding; (b) the As-Constructed information bond being forfeited to cover all costs incurred by the local

government in the capture and presentation of information. 9.2.6.2 Period of maintenance for municipal works (1) The period of maintenance for municipal works, except for sewage pumping stations and

landscape works, is a minimum of twelve months from the date at which On-Maintenance has been deemed to take effect.

(2) For sewage pumping stations, the period of maintenance is 12 months commencing after a

minimum of 15 equivalent tenements have been completed. (3) For landscaping works, the period of maintenance is varied from a minimum of six months to a

maximum of eighteen months depending on the scale of development and in order to ensure establishment and survival of planted species through varying seasonal conditions.

9.2.6.3 Documentation (1) Development works are not accepted on-maintenance until the following documentation is

submitted to the local government -

(a) Design Drawings Certified As-Constructed. Refer to section 9.2.6.5 of this policy;

(b) Certified Digital As-Constructed drawings. Refer to section 9.2.6.6 of this policy;

(c) Inspection and testing certification;

(d) Stormwater and Sewer main closed circuit television reports;

(e) Certification of foundation conditions, where applicable;

(f) Occupation stage waste management plan where applicable;

(g) Copies of test results on - (i) Compaction of fill; (ii) Sub-grade CBR; (iii) CBR 15 material quality (if used); (iv) CBR 15 compaction (if used); (v) Subsoil drain filter media grading; (vi) Sub-base course material quality; (vii) Sub-base course compaction;


(viii) Base course material quality including sulphate content; (ix) Base course compaction; (x) Bituminous chip seal application rates; (xi) Prime or primer seal spray and application rates; (xii) AC core tests; (xiii) Sewer pressure tests; (xiv) Sewer main closed circuit television report; (xv) Grading to sewer surround material; (xvi) Grading to water main surround material; (xvii) Water main pressure tests; (xviii) Water main water quality tests; (xix) Stormwater main closed circuit television report; (xx) Any concrete testing required by the local government; (xxi) Any other job specific testing carried out or ordered by the local government.

(2) The documentation is presented in a logically assembled and bound document including a table of

contents confirming completeness. (3) Should any of the above test results fail to meet the local government's requirements, the

Consultant Engineer is to include details of re-testing/rectification carried out. 9.2.6.4 Certification of Drawings (1) All As-Constructed engineering drawings are certified As-Constructed Works by a Registered

Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) in the form of a note on each drawing, which confirms that it is a true and correct record of the works constructed. The required certificate is -

(2) All As-Constructed landscape drawings are certified As-Constructed Works by a Landscape

Architect holding A.I.L.A.- Australian Institute of Landscape Architecture associate membership, in the form of a note on each relevant drawing, which confirms that it is a true and correct record of the landscape works constructed. The required certificate is -

(3) All As-Constructed drawings are certified As-Constructed Works by a Registered Surveyor or

Licensed Surveyor (Queensland), in the form of a note on each drawing. This will indicate that the location, the levels and the dimensions shown thereon are a correct record of an As-Constructed survey performed in accordance with the prescribed accuracy standards. The required certificate is -

As-Constructed Works

It is certified that works herein have been constructed to Local Government standards, relevant approved specifications and the operational works approval. The As-Constructed Drawings for these works constitutes a true and correct record of the works constructed and complies with the design intent.

Signature ………………………… RPEQ No. ……………………. Date of Practical Completion……………………………………….. Company Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

As-Constructed Landscape Works It is certified that works herein have been constructed to Local Government standards, relevant approved specifications and the operational works approval. The As-Constructed Drawings for these works constitutes a true and correct record of the landscape works constructed.

Signature ………………………… A.I.L.A. No.……………………. Company Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


Notes - � A registered surveyor is a person or a body corporate registered as a surveyor by the Surveyors

board of Queensland under the Surveyors Act 1977. � A Licensed Surveyor is a registered surveyor that the Queensland Surveyors Board has

endorsed to perform cadastral surveys under the Surveyors Act 1977. (4) The accuracy of surveyed As-Constructed features is ± 0.10 metres horizontally and ± 0.02

metres vertically. Finished surface contours accurately represent the surface such that 90 percent of levels obtained by survey would fall within 0.1 of a metre of the level indicated by the contours. Spot levels over fill areas are accurate to ± 0.05 metres unless specified otherwise by the local government.

(5) The Licensed/Registered Surveyor’s certification provided to the local government confirms that -

(a) road construction provides minimum verge widths and pavement widths in accordance with the approved engineering drawings;

(b) stormwater drainage pipes and access chambers are within easements and/or drainage

reserves provided in accordance with the development approval;

(c) roof water and inter-lot drainage construction and sewerage construction are in correct relationship to property boundaries as required by the local government’s standards.

(6) All drawings plotted from an AutoCAD drawing or DXF file and submitted to the local government

are certified as being a correct representation of information contained in the relevant computer file by a Registered Professional Engineer Queensland.

(7) Where works are found not to be in tolerance, On-Maintenance will not proceed. New drawings

are submitted by the Consulting Engineer for checking and approval by the local government. An additional plan checking fee may be required.

9.2.6.5 Design Drawings Certified As-Constructed (1) Design drawings associated with the operational works approval are amended to reflect the final

constructed works. This information is supplied to the local government on paper copies and as an AutoCAD drawing file.

(2) The following list includes specific drawings required in this format. Other drawings may be

required as determined by the local government on an individual project basis.

(a) Cover Sheet - locality plan, notes and details;

(b) Roadway and earthwork layout plans;

(c) Road longitudinal and cross sections;

(d) Road intersection details;

(e) Stormwater longitudinal sections;

As-Constructed Works It is certified that the locations, levels and dimensions of the infrastructure shown herein are a true representation of the constructed works and that the As-Constructed survey was performed to the prescribed accuracy standards.

Registered/Licensed Surveyors signature…………………………… Company Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


(f) Stormwater details including access chambers, stormwater improvement devices and/or other associated infrastructure;

(g) Drainage catchment plans including plot of relevant flood lines of waterways;

(h) Drainage calculation sheets;

(i) Signing and line marking plans;

(j) Erosion and sediment control plans;

(k) Earthworks;

(l) Landscaping plans - not always required as AutoCAD drawing file; refer to Chapter 11 -

Landscaping of this policy. (3) Each amended drawing shows the following -

(a) The development name and stage;

(b) The name of the Consultant Engineer submitting the information;

(c) The local government's development reference file number;

(d) Certification in accordance with the requirements in this policy. Refer to section 9.2.6.4 of this policy;

(e) Property and easement boundaries as shown on the approved calculated lot layout;

(f) Lot numbers as shown on the approved calculated lot layout;

(g) Approved road names;

(h) Level datum. Permanent Survey Mark number and reduced level adopted from which the site

datum was determined;

(i) The location, number and reduced level of all permanent survey marks located within the development.

(4) The following operational works approved design drawings are required by the local government

but are not to be amended with the final As-Constructed information. They are -

(a) Water reticulation drawing/s;

(b) Sewage reticulation and long section drawing/s. 9.2.6.6 Certified Digital As-Constructed Drawings (1) Digital As-Constructed information is required to show road and lot layout as a base plan. This

information is submitted in the following formats -

(a) One AutoCAD drawing or DXF file;

(b) Individual certified paper drawings depicting each of the categories below - (i) Sewerage reticulation - refer to sections 9.2.6.7 and 9.2.6.13 of this policy; (ii) Finished surface levels and extent of fill - refer to section 9.2.6.12 of this policy; (iii) Water reticulation - refer to sections 9.2.6.11 and 9.2.6.13 of this policy; (iv) Stormwater, roof water and inter-lot drainage - refer to sections 9.2.6.8, 9.2.6.9 and

9.2.6.13 of this policy.


Notes - � Any removed or altered local government infrastructure, including sewerage, water and

stormwater, is shown within the relevant drawing. � Separate drawings are submitted for each category unless prior approval by the local government

is granted. (2) The AutoCAD drawing or DXF file complies with the following -

(a) The information is provided in layers as specified in Table 1;

(b) Text styles and sizes are in accordance with the relevant local government approved standard drawings. Refer to S-RSC-2, W-RSC-2 and D-RSC-7;

(c) If non standard text fonts are used, the relevant font file is supplied to the local government

with the drawing file;

(d) The scale of the AutoCAD drawing is such, that when plotted at 1:1, the resulting plan is at a scale of 1:1000;

(e) Presentation of plotted information is in accordance with the relevant local government

approved standard drawings W-RSC-2, S-RSC-2 and D-RSC-7 when plotted at a scale of 1:500;

(f) As-Constructed details are drawn accurately to reflect the As-Constructed survey and to

ensure that the features are correctly shown in relation to property boundaries. Centres of access chambers, inspection openings and other such infrastructure are positioned such that distances from centres to boundaries agree with surveyed dimensions;

(g) The end of the line drawn to represent the sewerage dwelling unit connection is positioned to

agree with dimensions shown from boundaries to the dwelling unit connection. 9.2.6.7 Sewerage (1) The various sewerage infrastructure and their associated details for which the local government

requires digital As-Constructed information are listed below. An As-Constructed survey is required to establish the infrastructure levels and locations and to determine the required dimensions.

(a) Sewer Maintenance Structures -

(i) Maintenance structure number; (ii) Type of maintenance structure; (iii) Surface level of maintenance structure.

(b) Sewer Lines -

(i) Length of line - from centre maintenance structure to centre maintenance structure; (ii) Upstream invert level; (iii) Downstream invert level; (iv) Pipe diameter; (v) Pipe material and class.

(c) Sewer Line Ends -

(i) End number; (ii) Surface level at end; (iii) Dimensions from end of line to two (2) property boundaries or property corners within that

lot.

(d) Dwelling unit connections - (i) Type of connection; (ii) Dimensions from the point of connection to two (2) property boundaries or property

corners; (iii) Surface level; (iv) Invert level at point of connection; (v) Diameter of pipe;


(vi) Pipe material and class.

(e) Rising Mains - (i) Discharge invert level; (ii) Pipe diameter; (iii) Pipe material and class; (iv) Pipe protection, where applicable; (v) Running chainages from the pump station to changes of grade, valves, air vents, scour

valves, bends and maintenance holes along the main; (vi) Surface level and crown level at changes of grade, and at a maximum of 30 metre

centres; (vii) Dimensions from horizontal bends in the main to two (2) property boundaries or corners.

(f) Pump Stations -

(i) Pump station number; (ii) Type of pump station; (iii) Diameter of well; (iv) Surface level; (v) Reduced level of well floor; (vi) Reduced level of valve pit floor; (vii) Invert level of inlet sewer; (viii) Invert level of rising main; (ix) Overflow invert level; (x) Standby pump cut in level; (xi) Duty pump cut in level; (xii) Pump stop level; (xiii) Storage capacity; (xiv) Overflow discharge location; (xv) Location of water service and meter; (xvi) Real Property description;

(g) Treatment Plants -

(i) All amendments to approved plans; (ii) Operation and maintenance manuals.

(2) As-Constructed information of works which are constructed by the local government, such as

connections to existing sewers, is the responsibility of the local government to survey and record. 9.2.6.8 Stormwater Drainage (1) The various stormwater drainage infrastructure types and associated details for which the local

government requires digital As-Constructed information are listed below. An As-Constructed survey is required to establish the infrastructure levels and locations and to determine the required dimensions.

(a) Stormwater Access chambers -

(i) Access chamber number; (ii) Type of access chamber. Refer to approved standard drawings D-0010 to D-0017; (iii) Access chamber surface level.

(b) Catchpits -

(i) Catch pit surface level at centre of grate on lip line of channel; (ii) Type of catch pit. Refer to approved standard drawings D-RSC-3, D-RSC-4, D-RSC-6,

D-0067.

(c) Stormwater Lines - (i) Upstream invert level; (ii) Downstream invert level; (iii) Pipe diameter; (iv) Pipe material and class; (v) Length of line - (centre access chamber to centre access chamber).


(d) Field inlets - (i) Surface level at centre of grate; (ii) Type of field inlet. Refer to approved standard drawing D-0050.

(e) Open Drains and overland flow paths -

(i) Invert levels at 20 metre intervals.

(f) Stormwater catchment boundaries. (2) The final electronic hydrology and hydraulic calculation files for minor and major stormwater flows

are provided on hardcopy and CDROM. 9.2.6.9 Roof And Inter-Lot Drainage (1) The various roof and inter-lot drainage infrastructure types and associated details for which the

local government requires digital As-Constructed information are listed below. An As-Constructed survey is required to establish the infrastructure levels and locations and to determine the required dimensions.

(a) Roof Drainage - Level II -

(i) Roof drainage inspection openings - a. surface level; b. invert level;

(ii) Roof drainage lines - a. pipe diameter; b. pipe material;

(iii) Connection points - a. dimensions from the point of connection to two property boundaries or property

corners; b. surface level; c. invert level at point of connection.

(b) Inter-Lot Drainage - Level III (Roof and Lot drainage) -

(i) Inter-lot drainage access chamber - a. surface level; b. invert level;

(ii) Inter-Lot drainage lines - a. pipe diameter; b. pipe material;

(iii) Connection points - a. dimensions from the point of connection to two (2) property boundaries or property

corners; b. surface level; c. invert level at point of connection.

9.2.6.10 Roadworks (1) The various roadwork’s infrastructure types and associated details for which the local government

requires digital As-Constructed information are listed below. An As-Constructed survey is required to establish the infrastructure levels and locations and to determine the required dimensions.

(a) Kerbs, Kerb and Channel -

(i) Type of kerb. Refer to approved standard drawing R-RSC-6; (ii) Location of channel lip line;

(b) Pavement Marking and Signs -

(i) Type of sign; (ii) Location of pavement markings;

(c) Construction Details -

(i) Surface treatment; (ii) Pavement types and depths; (iii) Location of service conduits;


(iv) Location of side drains, clean out points, and mitre drains; (v) Construction levels.

(2) Construction details and the location of signs, lip of kerb and channel and pavement markings

may be determined from the approved design drawings provided no variation from the design occurred during construction.

(3) Variations from the design which are considered significant by the local government are located by

survey and submitted with the As-Constructed information. 9.2.6.11 Water Reticulation (1) The various water reticulation infrastructure types and associated details for which the local

government requires digital As-Constructed information are listed below. An As-Constructed survey is required to establish the infrastructure levels and locations and to determine the required dimensions.

(a) Mains -

(i) Diameter of pipe; (ii) Pipe material and class; (iii) Pipe protection, where applicable; (iv) Dimension to property boundary;

(b) Fittings -

(i) Type and class of all fittings - hydrant, valve, reducer, T junction, bend, cross junction; (ii) Protection applied to fittings; (iii) Distances between fittings;

(c) Pump Stations -

(i) All amendments to approved plans; (ii) Operation and maintenance manuals; (iii) Surface extremity of pump station chamber;

(d) Treatment plants -

(i) All amendments to approved plans; (ii) Operation and maintenance manuals.

9.2.6.12 Finished Surface Levels (1) The following As-Constructed information is provided -

(a) Surface contours at a maximum interval of 0.5 metres extending from the back of the kerb line of roads to the rear boundary of all lots, drainage reserves and parks;

(b) Surface levels at the intersection of lot corners and at significant changes of grade on lot

boundaries. Surface levels are not required where a surface level of a sewer maintenance structure is shown within 2 metres of a corner;

(c) The extent of the fill areas and spot levels over the fill areas -

(i) the local government will determine the coverage of spot levels required over fill areas; (ii) the surface contours are generated from levels obtained by survey; (iii) the extent of fill areas is determined from the survey; (iv) the extent of fill includes areas with more than 150mm of fill.

9.2.6.13 Removed Local Government Infrastructure (1) Local government infrastructure that has been removed or modified as part of the operational

works approval is shown with a note indicating the treatment. An example is a field inlet converted to a gully.

(2) Existing below ground infrastructure which is abandoned because of new works is excavated and

removed from the site unless the local government gives approval in writing.


(3) Where approval is granted by the local government, the details of the abandoned infrastructure are shown in the digital As-Constructed information as being abandoned.

Table 1 - AutoCAD Drawing or DXF File - Information Layers

Layer Name Information Colour Pen Size Line Type

NAME Canals Names Roads Names

Red 0.7 mm Continuous

CONTOURS Contour Lines Contour Labels

Grey 0.5 mm Continuous

EMTLINES Easement Boundaries White 0.25 mm

LOTLINES Lot Boundaries White 0.25 mm Continuous

LOTNOS Lot Numbers Yellow 0.35 mm Continuous

PSMSYM PSM Symbols Yellow 0.35 mm Continuous

PSMTEXT PSM Numbers

PSM RL Yellow 0.35 mm Continuous

SEWERS

Access chambers Symbols HC Lines

Line End Symbols Sewer Lines

Blue 0.25 mm Continuous

SEWTEXT Sewer Text Cyan 0.5 mm Continuous

SEWDIMS Sewer Dimensions Magenta 0.25 mm Continuous

ROOFWATER RW Pit Symbols

RW HC Lines RW Lines

Green 0.5 mm

RWTEXT Roof water Text White 0.25 mm Continuous

RWDIMS Roof water Magenta 0.25 mm Continuous

STWATER

STW Access chambers Symbols

STW Lines Catchpits Symbols

Inlet Symbols

Yellow 0.35 mm

STWTEXT Stormwater Text White 0.25 mm Continuous

WATER Water Mains

Fittings Symbols Blue 0.25 mm Continuous


Layer Name Information Colour Pen Size Line Type

STCATCHMENT Stormwater Catchment

Boundaries Yellow 0.35 mm Continuous

WTTEXT Water Text

Water Dimension Green 0.5 mm Continuous

FILLAREA Extent of Fill White 0.25 mm Continuous

LEVEL Spot Levels White 0.25 mm Continuous

PUMPSTNS Pump Station Symbols Cyan 0.5 mm Continuous

PUMPTEXT Pump Station Text Yellow 0.35 mm Continuous

KERBS Kerb lines

Traffic Islands Pavement Line Marking

White 0.25 mm Continuous

SIGNS Traffic Signs

Symbols Sign Codes

Yellow 0.35 mm Continuous

TITLEBLK Title Block Linework Blue 0.25 mm Continuous

TBLKTXT Title Block Text Red 0.7 mm Continuous


Table 2 - Codes for Text Information

Feature Code Description

Pipe Materials

CICL Cast iron concrete lined

DICL Ductile iron concrete lined

FRC Fibre reinforced concrete

GRP Glass reinforced plastic pipe

MDPE Medium density poly ethylene

MSCL Mild steel concrete lined

RCP Reinforced concrete pipe

RCBC Reinforced box culvert

RHS Rectangular hollow section

SLAB Spanning slab

uPVC Un-plasticised polyvinyl chloride pipe

VC Vitrified clay

Class of Materials

2 Minimum class for RCPs

12 Class for uPVC pressure sewer mains

20 Class for uPVC pressure water mains

K9 Class for ductile iron pipes

K12 Class for flanged ductile iron pipes

SHE Sewer extra heavy UPVC

SN4 Class for UPVC

SN8 Class for UPVC

Types of Protection PS Polythene sleeving for ductile iron pipes

FBE Fusion bonded epoxy for valves and hydrants

CONE Concrete encased

Sewer Access Chamber Covers

CONC Concrete in-filled

CAST Cast iron

BOLT Bolted down cover

Sewerage Pump Station Types

A Up to 6 metres deep

B Over 6 metres deep

Water Main Fittings

AV Air valve

B Bend

BR Branch, Y Junction

H Fire hydrant

PRV Pressure reducing valve

R Reducer

RT Reditap

SV Scour valve

T Tee junction

TB Tapping band

V Section valve X Cross

9.2.7 Survey Control 9.2.7.1 Survey Integration The local government has a survey control network throughout the planning scheme area upon which a plane coordinate system is established. This network facilitates the improved spatial accuracy of the digital cadastre database and the digital As-Constructed information. 9.2.7.2 Horizontal Control (1) The local government will supply without charge, the co-ordinates to be adopted for three or more

survey control points, within the survey control network, adjacent to the development site.


(2) Where coordinated permanent survey marks are not available within 500 metres of the premises, the developer is responsible for - (a) Establishing at least two permanent survey marks not less than 200 metres apart, on the

premises. Existing permanent survey marks, where available, may be adopted where ever they are secure;

(b) Co-ordination of these permanent survey marks on the local government’s coordinate system

to 3rd Order, Class C accuracy standards;

(c) Informing the local government and Natural Resources, Mines and Energy (NRM&E) of the method used in coordination, accuracy of coordinates and the coordinates determined for each of these permanent survey marks.

(3) All digital As-Constructed information is supplied on the local government’s plane co-ordinate

system. 9.2.7.3 Level Datum (1) All levels supplied with As-Constructed information are reduced to and presented on Australian

Height Datum (AHD). (2) The local government will provide the reduced level to adopt for a permanent survey mark. The

value provided is obtained from the local government’s listing of NRM&E Survey Control Database and may vary from the value shown on the permanent survey mark sketch plan.

(3) For the extension of an existing development, as in staging, the reduced level provided for the

initial permanent survey mark is adopted for the extension unless directed otherwise by the local government.

9.2.7.4 Permanent Survey Marks (1) Permanent survey marks are placed on each development as directed by the local government in

the development approval. Generally, permanent survey marks are placed such that their spacings are not more than 500 metres and not less than 100 metres.

(2) Where conflict arises between the development approval and the requirements of section

9.2.7.2(2)(a) above, the development approval takes precedent. (3) All permanent survey marks are connected to the cadastral boundaries of the development site

and such connections are shown on the relevant cadastral survey plan. This is to include those marks used as horizontal control for the development works.

(4) Permanent survey marks are levelled to 4th Order, Class D accuracy standards. (5) A permanent mark sketch plan is completed and lodged with NRM&E for each permanent survey

mark placed. A copy of the sketch plan is submitted to the local government before the development will be approved for Off-Maintenance.

(6) Any permanent survey marks that cannot be located or are lost due to any associated

development works are reported to the local government and NRM&E for update of their Survey Control Database.

9.2.7.5 Survey Plans Survey plans submitted for sealing and registration will show the approved road names.

9.2.8 Design Calculations (1) All engineering design is fully documented and includes all information necessary for interpretation

of design decisions. Proprietary computer software is supported by verification procedures and details of their theoretical basis. All software used is well documented and is an extensively used product.


(2) The Consultant Engineer provides computer software hardcopy and electronic data and output

files in covering engineering design where appropriate. (3) Tabulated calculations for urban drainage are required in both hardcopy and electronic form,

including the same information and similar format as that shown in the Queensland Urban Drainage Manual (QUDM).

(4) Revised stormwater drainage calculations are resubmitted if the drainage has been redesigned.

9.2.9 Manuals for Mechanical And Electrical Equipment 9.2.9.1 Scope Operation and maintenance manuals are provided covering the installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of equipment supplied. 9.2.9.2 Standards (1) Manuals comply with the current editions of all applicable Australian Standards, and in particular -

(a) AS1000: 1998 - The International System of Units, SI, and its Application;

(b) AS1100: 1992 - Technical drawing - General principles;

(c) AS1101: 1993 - Graphical Symbols for General Engineering;

(d) AS1102: 1989 - Graphical Symbols for Electro-technology. 9.2.9.3 Manual Detail (1) Manuals are sufficiently comprehensive to enable local government staff to operate and maintain

the equipment in an efficient and workmanlike manner. (2) Manuals include descriptive information relating to individual items of equipment to assist

personnel in becoming familiar with the equipment and its operation. (3) Manuals include clear and concise instructions so as to allow proper and safe installation,

commissioning, operation, correct maintenance, and compliance with the Manufacturer’s Warranty.

(4) Such information relates specifically to the equipment as supplied. Any information which does

not pertain to the equipment supplied is removed or deleted. Maintenance instructions are in sufficient detail to enable overhaul and replacement of all parts.

9.2.9.4 Submission (1) One (1) draft copy of the manual is submitted to the local government for review and approval.

The local government will return a copy of this draft with appropriate comments. These comments are incorporated into a revised draft manual, one (1) copy of which is re-submitted for a second review.

(2) This review by local government will not relieve the Developer of the responsibility to provide a

useful and professionally prepared document. (3) At such time when the local government’s comments confirm that the manual is acceptable, the

Contractor is to prepare the final manual. (4) Provide two (2) copies of the final manual to the local government before the works are accepted

On-Maintenance.


9.2.9.5 Addenda (1) Should it become necessary to modify the final manual at some later stage, such as the inclusion

of As-Constructed information, the developer is to issue copies of the addenda to the local government for inclusion within the existing manuals.

(2) If, in the opinion of the local government, the addendum modifies the existing manuals

extensively, the developer re-issues the manuals completely. 9.2.9.6 Manual Construction (1) The document/s is A4 size, bound in 4 ring hard cover binders. (2) All units are SI units. (3) All information is in English. (4) All data sheets for proprietary equipment plant are clearly reproduced and are to indicate the

appropriate information pertinent to the installation. (5) The title and drawing number, issued by the local government, is displayed on the front cover and

spine of the document to enable the manual to be included in the drawing register. 9.2.9.7 Content (1) As a minimum, the document contains -

(a) Equipment specification, including a complete system description and a full specification for each individual item of equipment;

(b) A complete listing of the plant, equipment, valves, pipes and other items supplied and

installed, including model and serial numbers;

(c) Functional description of its operation;

(d) Erection, assembly, installation, pre-commissioning and commissioning instructions and diagrams;

(e) Detailed operating instructions;

(f) Service and maintenance schedule and instructions including dismantling/assembly

procedures and a table of maintenance tasks showing recommended time intervals between carrying out these tasks;

(g) Lubrication schedule, including details of lubricant types, grades and trade names, initial fill

quantities, and re-lubrication quantities and intervals;

(h) Tabulation of all consumables excluding lubricants but including fuel type and quantity, electrical components, chemicals and other relevant data;

(i) Performance specification, including commissioning data.

9.2.10 General Conditions of Development 9.2.10.1 Pre-Construction (1) The local government’s examination of the documents does not mean that the documents have

been checked in detail and the local government takes no responsibility for their accuracy. If, during construction, inadequacies of the design are discovered, it is the responsibility of the Principal Consulting Engineer to resubmit amended plans to the local government for examination and rectify works accordingly.


(2) If in fact, there are errors, omissions or insufficient detail on the plans for the purpose of

construction, these deficiencies are made good during construction and the local government reserves the right to withhold approval to proceed with construction until such deficiencies are made good to its satisfaction. Where a discrepancy occurs between the approved engineering design and documentation and that of the local government standards, then the local government standards apply.

(3) Notwithstanding the local government’s examination of construction plans, it is the responsibility of

the Consulting Engineer to ensure that all connections to contiguous construction is constructed correctly as to level, alignment and grade. Subject to the requirements of the local government’s Representative, it may be necessary to alter existing construction.

(4) The Consulting Engineer responsible for the engineering design is responsible for arranging a

Pre-Start meeting between the local government’s Representatives, the Principal Contractor’s Representative and the Consultancy Firm’s Representative/s. The Consulting Engineer is also responsible for arranging with the Contractor to obtain/ submit the appropriate permits, bonds and associated documentation prior to requesting a Pre-Start meeting.

(5) The Consulting Engineer is to allow a minimum of five (5) working days from the date of initial

contact and that of the planned Pre-Start meeting. To ensure that the Contractor has obtained the necessary permits, the local government will require the Consulting Engineer to quote the respective Permit Numbers at the time of booking the Pre-Start meeting.

(6) At least seven (7) days notice is given to the local government for any work proposed within an

existing road reserve under local government jurisdiction. This notice is in the form of a Road Opening Permit application, which includes full details of the proposed work to be undertaken within the road reserve. Details of temporary warning signs to be installed in association with these works are also submitted for local government examination prior to the work being carried out. No work commences until the local government’s Water Officer (contact Redland Water and Waste) has been contacted to determine the location of water mains in the area which may affect the proposed work. Any damage to local government property including water mains, sewers, services, roads, footpaths, underground drainage or other infrastructure is made good or paid for in full by the developer before the development works are accepted On-Maintenance and/or Survey Plans signed and sealed by the local government.

9.2.10.2 Construction Controls (1) All works are carried out in accordance with the Workplace Health and Safety Act (1997) and

associated industry codes as identified within the Workplace Health and Safety, Industry Codes of Practice, Notice (1999).

(2) The Developer, Contractor and Consulting Engineer’s representative take all necessary steps, in

accordance with the Workplace Health and Safety Act (1997), to ensure public safety in relation to construction activities. The local government requires a copy of the application for a Notifiable-Project to be provided for record purposes.

(3) All works are supervised by a qualified Consulting Engineer who is independent of the

Contractor/s and who is to submit certified As-Constructed plans and associated documentation prior to endorsement of the Plan of Survey and/or acceptance of the development works On-Maintenance.

(4) Works which will ultimately revert to the local government or works on adjacent roads are not

commenced until the local government is advised of the name of the responsible Contractor. That Contractor requires a notice of appointment from the local government as Principal Contractor, under the provisions of the Workplace, Health and Safety Act.

(5) Facilities such as shake down devices are provided to ensure that all trucks leaving the site/s do

not carry soil on to public streets. These facilities are to the satisfaction of the local government. (6) Construction work is carried out only between the hours of -

(a) 7am and 6 pm Monday to Friday;


(b) 7am and 5 pm Saturday;

(c) No work is undertaken on Sundays or public holidays.

(7) Noise levels from construction work comply with the requirements of the Environmental Protection

Act 1994. 9.2.10.3 Survey (1) A Plan of Survey, calculated only, and based on property closure surveys, is made available to the

local government prior to the installation of sewer and water reticulation works, roof water / lot drainage works, telecommunication works and electrical reticulation and street lighting works. The plan is used to verify the location of the abovementioned services within the field during the construction process.

(2) Survey information supplied to the local government in connection with engineering design

drawings, As-Constructed information, and cadastral boundaries are supplied in accordance with the requirements of section 9.2.7 of this policy - Survey Control.

(3) At the time of submission of a Plan of Survey for signing and sealing by the local government, the

applicant also provides -

(a) A Licensed Surveyor’s certificate, which indicates that the road and drainage construction is correct in relation to the property and easement alignments as required by the approved engineering design;

(b) Real property surveys and plans that conform to the approved engineering design. Where

necessary, lot calculations and surveys are varied to provide approved road verge widths. 9.2.10.4 Erosion and Sediment Control (1) All relevant sediment and erosion control measures and temporary fencing as identified on the

approved engineering and/or landscaping drawings are implemented. (2) Initially the Contractor implements those measures which are applicable, prior to the

commencement of the proposed development works. The local government’s Representative will assess those sediment and erosion control measures and any temporary fencing implemented. Any alterations and/or supplementary works required are incorporated during the construction process.

(3) The Contractor is responsible for -

(a) The implementation of erosion and sediment control measures and procedures during construction and maintenance stages of the development and taking all necessary actions to comply with Chapter 4 of this policy - Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control;

(b) The maintenance of all erosion and sediment control measures until such time as the works

are accepted On-Maintenance;

(c) The restoration of the site and any adjoining affected lands where silt deposition has occurred as a consequence of the development. Such restoration is completed in a reasonable time as determined by the local government;

(d) Appointing a single individual who is directly responsible for ensuring the proper installation,

maintenance and modification of all erosion and sediment control measures in order to ensure that sediments are retained on site and dust is minimised. This individual is responsible for not only ensuring that the works are conducted in a manner which minimises environmental harm, due to the transportation of pollutants off-site, but is also responsible for liaising with the local government’s Designated Representative with regards to any erosion and sediment control issues. This individual is required to keep a diary of any discussions held with the local government’s Designated Representative, together with entries of the


measures undertaken to ensure compliance with any instructions given by the local government’s Designated Representative.

(4) The Civil Consulting Engineer is responsible for providing the local government with a certificate indicating -

(a) That the erosion and sediment control measures implemented on site have been installed in

accordance with the prescribed standards and to the satisfaction of both the Civil Consulting Engineer responsible for the supervision of the works and the Contractor’s appointed officer outlined above;

(b) That the erosion and sediment control measures implemented are fit for purpose and that

where necessary, they have been modified to meet the design intent;

(c) That the Civil Consulting Engineer responsible for the supervision of the works is of the belief that the erosion and sediment control measures implemented will minimise the potential for environmental harm as defined in the Environment Protection Act 1994.

(5) The Civil Consulting Engineer responsible for the supervision of the works issues the above

certificate on a weekly basis, preferably on a Friday. 9.2.10.5 Clearing and Earthworks (1) Trees within existing road reserves are not damaged nor removed without the approval of the local

government’s Representative.

(a) Where vegetation is removed, the vegetation waste is disposed of by either - (i) Milling; (ii) Chipped and/or mulched; or (iii) Disposal to an approved waste disposal facility;

(b) No incineration of vegetation or waste is permitted;

(c) Waste other than vegetation waste, existing on site and/or generated as a result of the

Operational Works is disposed of to an approved disposal facility via an approved waste receptacle and/or collection service;

(d) If the development works require the importation of fill material and/or the export of excess

spoil off site, the Civil Consulting Engineer submits the following documentation for acceptance or approval as applicable -

(i) Written confirmation that the site from which the fill material is imported has either a License for the extraction of quarried materials and/or an Operation Works Permit granted by the local government for said operation, and that the material is free from contamination. In the event that the site from which the material has been obtained has not been verified as contamination free, then appropriate validation is undertaken and a copy of the report submitted to the local government;

(ii) Written Certification from a Geo-technical Consultant that the material being imported and/or excavated meets with the intent specified within the respective job specification/s;

(iii) A Plan which details the proposed haul route, together with supporting documentation indicating the period over which the operations are to occur and times of day that the specified vehicles would be on the proposed haul route;

(e) The local government reserves the right to require the applicant to provide an application for

a development permit - Operational Works, which includes suitable report/s from a qualified Consultant/s over those lands from which it is intended to source and/or dispose of materials associated with the earthworks operations. The report/s will need to address the environmental impact of the material placement and/or removal;

(f) All lot filling is in accordance with AS. 3798: 1996 - Guidelines on Earthworks for Commercial

and Residential Developments. The local government’s Representative will specify the level of compaction and agree upon the positions and levels at which that testing is undertaken. The Civil Consulting Engineer is to submit satisfactory Test Certificates confirming that the necessary level/s of compaction has been achieved;


(g) If any of the lots are filled in excess of 300mm and/or if any part of a lot was suspected of having any contaminants and/or uncontrolled filling, a report is submitted from a qualified Geo-technical Consultant that all unsuitable material has been removed from the site and that all areas that have been disturbed have been compacted to local government requirements and to AS 3798: 1996 - Guidelines on earthworks for commercial and residential developments. All filling in excess of 300mm in future lots is to a level 1 responsibility as per AS 3798: 1996 - Guidelines on earthworks for commercial and residential development and will have a site classification as per AS 2870: 1996 - Residential slabs and footings-Construction. Problem sites, which have not been re-classified to a lower classification, cannot be deemed acceptable;

(h) All dams which are not retained are dewatered, all silt removed and the dam wall levelled to

the surrounding ground level. Prior to the emptying of the dam, the local government’s fauna officer is contacted and advised of the day the dam is to be emptied. Where appropriate, subsoil drainage is provided to ensure that the base of the dam site does not retain or accumulate ground water. Written Certification together with satisfactory test results are submitted to the local government verifying that the earthworks have been completed to a Level 1 responsibility as per AS 3798: 1996 - Guidelines on earthworks for commercial and residential developments. The local government reserves the right for its representative to require additional testing over and above that required by the Job Specification should the need arise;

(i) The Civil Consulting Engineer responsible for the preparation and submission of the As-

Constructed drawings and associated documentation is to ensure that the location of any dams, bores and/or wells which existed on the site prior to development are clearly identified on the As-Constructed drawings together with a brief description of what relevant actions have been taken in respect of the identified structure;

(j) The applicant is responsible for protecting nearby property owners from dust pollution arising

from the construction and maintenance of works. The applicant is to comply with any lawful instruction from the local government Representative if, in their opinion, a dust nuisance exists. Should the applicant cause an actionable nuisance where dust is being generated as a result of the development works, the applicant is initially responsible for suppressing the generation of dust and secondly, for resolving any written claims resulting from the generation of dust from the site. This condition in no way restricts the applicant’s responsibilities in regards to the Environmental Protection Act 1994 and the associated Environmental Protection Policies (EPPs).

9.2.10.6 Connections to Local Government Services (1) All connections to the local government's water reticulation and sewerage systems are made by

local government staff at the developer's expense. Requests for connections and estimates are in writing with details of work required specified clearly.

(2) The local government reserves the right to refuse to accept works On-Maintenance until such

works has been paid for and completed. 9.2.10.7 Roadworks (1) Prior to commencement of Construction Works within existing road reserves, the Contractor is to

obtain a Road Opening Permit.

(a) The Contractor is to prepare a plan of the works illustrating the warning signs, barricades and any lighting required to maintain safety in accordance with Queensland Transport requirements; the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Roadworks Signing Guide; and/or any other Code/ Standard as may be deemed appropriate by the local government. The Contractor is to submit the plan/s with an application for a Road Opening Permit and a program for the completion of the work. The plan/s is certified and approved by the Principal Consultant Engineer prior to its submission to the local government;

(b) Costs incurred by the local government in maintaining safety, due to the contractor’s non-

compliance with the requirements of the permit are borne by the applicant. All/ any monies due, are paid in full to the local government prior to the sealing of the survey plans;


(c) Road base reported as having actual Soluble Sulphate in excess of 500 mg/kg SO4 and/or

total Sulphate after oxidizing by Peroxide of 5000 mg/kg SO4 is regarded as having substantial potential for causing damage to asphalt by Sulphate induced blistering;

(d) Prior to the use of road base material, the developer is to submit current certified evidence,

obtained within the last twelve months, from a qualified Geo-technical Consultant indicating that the proposed unbound material does not contain Sulphate amounts in excess of quantities that may induce Sulphate blistering in the bitumen seal;

(e) Where the development incorporates road widening works, the following procedures are

undertaken - (i) The edge of the existing pavement is cut back such that the full depth of the existing

gravel pavement is exposed; (ii) The existing pavement is then stepped, such that each pavement course is set back a

minimum of 150mm from that of the course below; (iii) The existing pavement surfacing, in the case of AC, is cut back a further 150mm

minimum, prior to surfacing. Should the existing pavement have a bitumen seal, the local government may permit the widening to be sealed with a two-coat Bitumen Seal in lieu of providing AC surfacing. Where it is proposed to use a bitumen seal in lieu of AC surfacing, it is the responsibility of the Consulting Engineer to seek approval for said works as part of the pavement box design approval.

9.2.10.8 Water, Sewerage, Roof Water and Inter-Lot Drainage (1) Water connections and water meters are provided to each lot in accordance with approved

standard drawings numbered W-RSC-2 to W-RSC-5.

(a) The ready-tap system for water connections is installed where appropriate;

(b) The local government will supply the water meters to the developer at approved rates. The details of the water meters and their locations are made available in the prescribed form prior to the local government being required to accept the development On-Maintenance;

(c) Where connections are proposed from existing live mains, the applicant is to request Redland

Water and Waste to make such connections at the applicant’s expense;

(d) All water supply, sewerage, stormwater, roof and inter-lot drainage lines and maintenance structures are inspected at the following stages -

(i) Pipelines bedded and backfilled with sewer lines and house connections exposed; (ii) Maintenance hole bases poured and benched with a maximum of 1.5 metres of wall

constructed;

(e) If the local government does not have the opportunity to inspect the development works at the above stage/s of construction, the Civil Consulting Engineer is to indicate on the Certificate of Supervision that the necessary inspections have been completed and that the works and As-Constructed information conforms to the approved engineering drawings and local government standards.


9.2.10.9 Administration (1) The local government’s Representative/s is present for the following designated inspections -

Inspection/Meeting Minimum Notice Required by Local Government

Pre-Start Meeting Sub grade Inspection Pre-seal Sewer Pressure/vacuum test (witness) Water pressure test (witness) Other inspections as may be deemed applicable on a site by site basis On Maintenance Inspection Off Maintenance Inspection

Five (5) working days 24 hrs 24 hrs 24 hrs 24 hrs 24 hrs Five (5) working days Five (5) working days

(2) The Civil Consulting Engineer and the Civil Contractor is responsible for providing all necessary

equipment and personnel as may be required to complete the nominated inspection(s). (3) The Civil Consulting Engineer is to inspect the development works, as applicable, and satisfy

himself/ herself that the works are satisfactory prior to booking the respective inspections. In those instances where the local government’s Representative/s fails a designated inspection, the local government will require the payment of a re-inspection fee prior to revisiting the site.

Note - � Re-inspection fees are subject to annual review by the local government to reflect increasing costs

to local government in providing inspection services. The cost associated with local government conducting re-inspections is available upon request from the local government’s Land Development Unit, phone 3829 8784.

(4) Prior to requesting an On-Maintenance inspection, the following requirements are met -

(a) All As-Constructed drawings and associated documentation, certifications and the local government’s On-Maintenance Inspection list are submitted to the local government five (5) working days prior to requesting an On-Maintenance inspection. This is taken to include the submission of hardcopy and digital information, as specified in section 9.2.6 of this chapter of the policy - Information Required for On-Maintenance. This information includes all drainage and/or flood calculation output files separate to the other digital information. Refer to Figure 1 in this chapter of the policy for the On-Maintenance Inspection list.

(5) The local government will conduct an On-Maintenance inspection of the works once it is confirmed

that the necessary drawings and documentation have been submitted to the local government for acceptance. The Civil Consulting Engineer responsible for supervising the works is responsible for arranging the On-Maintenance inspection between the local government’s Representatives, the Principal Contractor’s Representative and the Consultancy Firm’s Representative/s.

(6) The development works will not be accepted On-Maintenance until such time as -

(a) A successful On-Maintenance inspection of the development works, including all civil, landscaping and electrical reticulation works has been completed in the presence of the local government’s Representative/s;

(b) The local government has received and accepted as correct the As-Constructed drawings,

digital data and documentation for the development. This includes the submission of digital documentation which conforms to local government standards. Refer to section 9.2.6 of this policy - Information Required for On-Maintenance;

(c) The local government has received a certified Certificate of Supervision for the approved

development works. The certificate indicates that the As-Constructed development works have been supervised throughout construction to completion in accordance with the approved engineering design and specification/s. The various parties responsible for the


supervision of the development works are to sign the certificate. Refer to Figure 2 - Certificate of Supervision, in this chapter of the policy;

(d) The local government has received a Bill of Quantities certified by the Civil Consultant for the

approved development works;

(e) The local government is in receipt of the approved maintenance security deposit for the development works;

(f) The local government is in receipt of all payments nominated in association with private

works, sewer and water applications. (7) The date at which the development works are accepted On-Maintenance is deemed to be the

latter of the dates associated with each of the above events. (8) The development works will not be accepted Off-Maintenance until such time as -

(a) A successful Off-Maintenance inspection of the development works, including all civil, landscaping, electrical reticulation and other works has been completed in the presence of the local government’s Representative/s;

(b) Survey plans have been registered with the Titles Office. This includes any necessary

easement documentation associated with the proposed development works;

(c) Copies of any Permanent Mark Sketch Plans are received by the local government. Refer to Item 9.2.7.4.

(9) As-Constructed drawings, digital documentation and other documentation, prepared in

accordance with the local government’s requirements are required for local government records. Refer to section 9.2.6.5 of this policy - Design Drawings Certified As-Constructed and 9.2.6.6 - Certified Digital As-Constructed Drawings.

(10) Notwithstanding the approval, all works are carried out in accordance with the local government

standards and the local government reserves the right to order amendments should any part of the works be found nonconforming.

(11) This approval will lapse if the conditions of all approvals subject to the application are not fully

complied with within the time limits stipulated in the Integrated Planning Act 1997 (IPA).

9.2.11 Further Advice (1) The Civil Engineer responsible for the supervision of the proposed development works is

responsible for the submission of a Roadworks Management Plan for local government approval seven (7) days prior to the commencement of works on site -

(a) With regards to the implementation of sediment and erosion control throughout the site and

along the road reserve/s adjacent to the development, these works are undertaken in accordance with the approved engineering drawings and specifications. Refer to the local government’s Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Code and Chapter 4 of this policy - Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control for the approved construction specification. Should the measures fail to meet with best engineering practice and/or the local government’s Planning Policy, the measures are amended as required to meet the required performance standards. The Contractor may choose to liaise with both the Civil Consulting Engineer and the local government’s Designated Representative as to the most appropriate practice/s to adopt in order to achieve the required performance standards. However, the responsibility for implementation of erosion and sediment control devices remains with the Contractor;

(b) Should the Contractor fail to implement sediment and erosion control measures and/or

maintain said measures, the local government reserves the right to - (i) firstly, withdraw all road opening permits granted to the Contractor; (ii) secondly, prosecute one or all of the following individuals/ parties -

a. the owners of the land subject to this application;


b. the applicant; c. the Contractor and/or any other associated parties;

(c) The applicant is reminded that the provision and the subsequent maintenance of appropriate

erosion and sediment control measures are a condition of the development permit. Thus, failure on the applicants’ behalf and/or a party acting on behalf of the applicant to comply with the respective conditions, constitutes a contravention of the conditions of this development permit. In accordance with Section 4.3.3.(1) of the Integrated Planning Act 1997, the maximum penalty for a person found guilty of contravening a condition of a development permit is 1,665 penalty units;

(d) If the development works involve the removal of surplus excavated materials and/or the

importation of fill onto the site, the applicant is to arrange for the submission of a Traffic Management Plan for local government approval fourteen (14) days prior to the commencement of works;

(e) The applicant is referred to the local government’s policy document titled Security Bonding.

This document has been adopted by the local government and thus sets the standards for the establishment of bond figures, the details shown on the bond/s and the form in which the bond/s are submitted;

(f) No building approvals will be issued by the local government on lots on the endorsed Survey

Plan prior to - (i) registration of such plans by the Registrar of Titles; (ii) acceptance of the Development Works On-Maintenance;

(g) Locations within the local government area have been identified as having an infestation of

the Red Imported Fire Ant (RIFA). The movement of extracted or waste soil, retaining soil, turf, pot plants, plant material, baled hay/straw or mulch/green waste/fuel into, within and out of the City from a property inside a restricted area is to be with the advice of the Department of Primary Industries RIFA Movement Controls;

Note - � Further information can be obtained from the DPI Call Centre on 13 25 23 or on their web site at

www.dpi.qld.gov.au/fireants.

(h) It is the owner’s and occupant’s responsibility, under the Environmental Protection Act 1994, to advise the Chief Executive of the Environmental Protection Agency of any Notifiable Activity conducted on the site or contamination or suspected contamination which may cause a hazard to human health or the environment. This is done within 30 days of becoming aware of the operation of a Notifiable Activity on the site or of any contamination or suspected contamination. The Chief Executive, pursuant to the Act, is empowered to require that the development complies with the provisions of the Act, including the preparation of site investigation reports and if necessary the remediation of the site at the owners’ expense.


Figure 1 - On -Maintenance Inspection List Location……………………........................................................................................ Prior to an On-Maintenance inspection, please complete the following -

N/A Attached

As-Constructed certified drawings

Roads and associated drainage � �

Drainage � �

Drainage calculations � �

Water � �

Sewer � �

Landscaping � �

Silt/Erosion control � �

Inspection and Testing certificates

Compaction of fill � �

Level 1 and/or site classification � �

Sub grade compaction � �

CBR 15 material quality � �

CBR 15 compaction-100 percent standard � �

Subgrade course material quality � �

Subgrade course compaction-100 percent standard � �

Base course material quality � �

Base course compaction-98 percent modified � �

Bituminous (chip) seal application rates � �

AC core compactions-92 percent � �

AC core depth- 25mm/ 40mm � �

Subsoil drain filter media grading � �

Grading to sewer bedding/surround material � �

Grading to water main bedding/surround material � �

Grading to stormwater drainage bedding material � �

Water main pressure tests � �

Water main bacteria test � �

Water meter installation details � �

Water main trench compaction � �

Sewer inspection and testing certification � �

Sewer pressure tests � �

Sewer main trench compaction � �

Sewer main closed circuit television report � �

Stormwater main trench compaction � �

Stormwater main closed circuit television report � �

Concrete testing � �

Other testing as specified- � �

Dust complaint resolved � �

Other complaints resolved- � �

Payments

Maintenance Bond receipt number or LD � �

Sewer connection payment and receipt number � �

Water connection payment and receipt number � �

Other payments- � �

(Note- This is not a comprehensive list and the applicant is requested to include additional items when applicable.) Verification by Consultant…………………………………………….Date……………………


Figure 2 - Certificate of Supervision It is hereby certified that all inspections and supervision were carried out at the appropriate stages of construction. The supervision and testing associated with the works are in accordance with the specifications, documentation and requirements of the relevant local government codes and policies. The Supervisor possesses appropriate recognised qualifications and experience. Signature…………………………. Date……………… Qualification………………………. Company ………………………….


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