Olathe staff propose code changes to require utility locates for planning and allow penalties for delays
Assistant city attorney Bob Gallimore and city engineer Nate Baldwin presented proposed amendments to Title 12 to codify responsibilities for public‑utility easements and to require locates for planning; Gallimore said the ordinance fills a gap not covered by the Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act and cited potential fines tied to existing right‑of‑way penalties ($200–$500 per day).
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City staff presented proposed amendments to Title 12 of the Olathe Municipal Code to clarify the relationship between right‑of‑way and various utility easements and to address facility locates for planning purposes. Assistant City Attorney Bob Gallimore said the changes are intended to reduce project delays and unexpected redesign costs by establishing clearer expectations and potential penalties if utilities do not timely provide locates for planning.
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