56-265.17:1 - Notification and procedures for designers - Virginia Statutes

§ 56-265.17:1. Notification and procedures for designers.

A. Each designer, who prepares drawings and plans for projects requiringexcavation or demolition work, may notify the notification center and providethe center with the information required by § 56-265.18 and the designer'sprofessional license number.

B. If a designer notifies the notification center to receive undergroundutility line information in accordance with § 56-265.17:3, the designer shall:

1. Indicate on the construction drawings, the type of underground utilitylines, the horizontal location of these lines as provided by the operators,and the names of the operators of these lines;

2. Consider, when designing a project and preparing drawings therefor, thelocation of existing underground lines so as to minimize damage orinterference with the existing facilities;

3. Indicate, on the construction plans or drawings, the designer ticketnumber and the notification center's toll-free number; and

4. Request only one designer ticket per project through the notificationcenter at no cost.

(2002, c. 841.)