2. Ordinance on highway accesses

12.4 Responsibility for Improvements Regardless of contracts, agreements, or inspections performed, the responsibility for the installed improvements required by this Ordinance shall rest solely with the applicant. The total cost of all construction and maintenance of the work specified shall be borne by the applicant. 12.5 Construction of Improvements 12.5.1 General Requirements Construction of improvements required by this Ordinance shall be in accordance with the rules, regulations, and specifications as set forth in this Ordinance. The construction of any improvements within the right-of-way shall not commence until an access permit is issued. The construction of improvements must begin within six months of the date of issuance of an access permit and must be completed within 12 months of the issuance of an access permit. These time periods may be extended by the County Engineer upon receipt of a written request detailing sufficient cause. 12.5.2 Maintenance during Construction 12.5.2.a 12.5.2.b Emergency Work If any emergency repairs or actions are required of the Highway Department on a County Highway due to construction of an improvement as approved by this Ordinance, the Highway Department may perform such emergency repairs or actions and charge the applicant for all the costs associated with such work. Debris Removal The applicant shall be responsible for cleaning and maintaining the right- of-way of the County Highway. The pavement surface shall be kept clean and free of mud, gravel, debris, trash, and other extraneous material at all times. Should the applicant fail to keep the pavement clean and free of mud and debris or the drainage functioning properly, the County shall have the right, but not the duty to clean the pavement and restore drainage to maintain a safe and passable highway. The applicant shall 30 "11t I. .. "":;