Through the recent discussions with development industry representatives, Dotseth said four recommendations had come up to help bring down the cost of development in general.
While talking with the industry representatives about the expected cost increase of $291 per lot for the use of ductile iron pipe, Dotseth said, “They asked us if there were some other things that we can work on that can have the possibility of balancing or offsetting the price increase.”
For instance, the use of recycled asphalt or concrete within the aggregate base course of roads was recommended for immediate implementation. “Absolutely, we as Public Works can stand behind that as we’ve seen it benefit our projects significantly,” Dotseth said.
Other suggestions involved adjusting materials used for storm drain installation; adjusting the “time of concentration” in storm water detention in downstream considerations; and use of recycled asphalt pavement within asphalt mixes.
Council members expressed support for the changes and the process.
