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This section applies to the design of roadside features for all streets and roads that that are subject to the <br />requirements of this section, as defined previously All roadside features shall be designed in accordance <br />with these standards and applicable WSDOT Design Manuals or AASHTO Design Guidelines. This section <br />does not cover all possible roadside features. Roadside features that are not covered in this section shall <br />be designed in accordance with the most recent edition of the commonly accepted standards and <br />guidance that pertain to each particular feature. <br />12.04.08.030 Clear Zones. <br />In addition to the various clearances required by these standards, the areas of the roadway that are outside <br />the traveled way shall be designed to the maximum extent possible to provide a clear zone that maximizes <br />roadside safety for vehicles that leave the roadway. The design of roadside features shall be designed with <br />clear zones as defined by the WSDOT Design Manual. <br />The following specific requirements shall apply: <br />A. WSDOT clear zone distances as described in the WSDOT Design Manual, shall be used as a guide <br />for evaluation and placement of roadside features within the county right-of-way. <br />B. in general, existing or new roadside features which could present a hazard to the public, should <br />be placed outside of the clear zone unless justified to the County Engineer's satisfaction by <br />suitable engineering studies considering traffic safety, or where shielded by a barrier, placed in an <br />area normally inaccessible to vehicles, or if the feature utilizes a break -away design. <br />C. Locations of poles and other above -ground appurtenances shall be compatible with driveway <br />locations, intersections, and other roadway features (i.e., structures shall not interfere with sight <br />distance, roadway signing, traffic signals, culverts, etc.). To the greatest extent possible, <br />installation of poles and other above -ground appurtenances will not be permitted on sidewalks <br />or walkways. <br />D. Costs of relocating poles or obstacles to achieve these standards are the responsibility of the <br />applicant. The applicant shall make financial arrangements with the appropriate utility or other <br />owner of the obstacle to accomplish removal of the pole or obstacle. <br />12.04.08.040 Slopes. <br />Side slopes shall be constructed no steeper than two to one on both fill slope and cut slopes. Steeper <br />slopes may be approved by the County Engineer upon review of a geotechnical investigation, provided by <br />the applicant, and prepared in accordance with the requirements of these standards. See <br />12.04.04.060 Geotechnical Investigation. <br />Side slopes shall be permanently stabilized by a method that is appropriate to the soil type, climate, and <br />project location. Typical methods include, but are not limited to: grass sod, hydroseeding, planting of <br />native species, or surfacing materials. <br />Title 12 Kittitas County Code I Draft No. 5 — Working Draft for Adoption 6/12/2018 <br />66 <br />