Resolutions-1997-021

F. Preformed expansion joints, \( \frac{1}{2} \) inch in width, shall be installed at approximately 100-foot intervals or at property lines in new residential or commercial construction. Preformed expansion joints, \( \frac{1}{2} \) inch in width, shall be installed adjacent to all curb ramps. See Figure 2.1. G. Stamped imprints indicating the contractor and date of construction are permissible. The size of the imprint shall be limited to less than 4 inch x 6 inch and the depth to less than \( \frac{1}{4} \) inch. H. Apply curing compound immediately following finishing operations or cure with moist burlap for not less than 24 hours. 2.08 CURB RAMPS A. Sidewalks shall provide a curb ramp for accommodation of the handicapped at all intersections and designated crossings. Developers shall install curb ramps and sidewalk up to and including the common panel at all intersections prior to final plat approval. B. Curb ramps shall be located in line with the public sidewalk as shown in Figure 2.1; or unless pre-approved by the City. C. Curb ramps shall be as wide as the inline sidewalk between the curbs and should be sloped at not greater than 0.60 inches of rise per twelve inches linear distance (5%). A slope no greater than one inch of rise per twelve inches linear distance (8%) may be used where necessary and approved by the city engineer. The cross slope of curb ramps shall not exceed 2%. D. The current standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will govern in all cases. 2.09 TRAILS A. In general, trails shall be designed to the same standard as sidewalks. B. Trails designed for public use shall be a minimum of eight feet wide, or as designated by the Granting Authority. C. To the extent practicable, trails shall comply with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). D. The trail surface shall be of one of the designs shown in Figure 2.2. Surfaces other than P.C.C. will require approval of the City Engineer. Where water is expected to overtop the trail, only non-erodible surfaces shall be used. E. Trails designed for the use of bicycles shall be designed to the standards of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials' Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities.