Design Exceptions Clause Samples
A Design Exceptions clause outlines circumstances under which deviations from standard design requirements or specifications are permitted. Typically, this clause specifies the process for requesting and approving exceptions, such as submitting detailed justifications and obtaining written consent from relevant authorities or stakeholders. Its core practical function is to provide flexibility in project execution, allowing for innovative solutions or accommodations when strict adherence to design standards is impractical or unnecessary, thereby ensuring both compliance and adaptability.
Design Exceptions. The Engineer shall identify design exceptions and waivers, and shall document the necessity for each design exception or waiver for approval.
Design Exceptions. All design Deviations or design exceptions from Project Standards shall be submitted to IFA for review and approval in accordance with the IDM. All requests for Deviations and exceptions shall be submitted with a justification report detailing the reasons to retain a nonstandard or substandard feature or for providing an improvement that does not bring the feature up to standard. Requests for design Deviations and exceptions shall be submitted not later than the Stage 1 Design Review and approved by IFA, in writing, before the affected Design Units will be Released-for-Construction.
Design Exceptions. The following design exceptions are allowed:
1. Level 1 Design Exception for Des. No. 1383332, 1383336 and 1383337-The left (inside) shoulder width on I-69 (Line “A”) for both northbound and southbound directions shall be a minimum eight feet paved , within the project limits except as noted below:
a. A shoulder width of 4’ is allowed in the southbound lane at the begin project point;
b. A shoulder width of 5.9’ is allowed along the northbound lanes at the ▇▇ ▇▇ 37 overpass bridge pier.
2. Level 1 Design Exception for Des. No. 1383332 – The horizontal stopping sight distance for southbound lanes within the curve at P.I. Station 326+00.03 “A” shall meet the posted speed limit of 65 mph.
Design Exceptions. Design Exceptions on projects not selected as PoDI require approval and concurrence as described in FDM 122.
Design Exceptions. Elements to be constructed at less than the design guidelines will be identified, and a clear description of required exceptions and appropriate justification will be provided (BLRS Manual Section 27-7). DEPARTMENT form BLR 22120 will be completed. These items will be discussed at an FHWA meeting. For budgeting purposes, it is assumed that up to a total of three (3) Design Exceptions may be needed, one (1) for each intersection.
Design Exceptions. The Engineer shall prepare up to 8 (eight) design waivers or exception questionnaires as warranted per State guidance (up to 2 design waivers/exceptions for each schematic Phase / Segment). The Engineer shall supply the required justification, facts, and summaries to support the proposed Design Waivers or Exceptions. The Engineer shall make up to two submittals and corresponding revisions of the design exception report.
Design Exceptions. The Engineer shall identify, document, and keep a list of Design Exceptions, Waivers, and Variances, to be provided to the Mobility Authority as part of the Geometric Memorandum, which includes a plan showing grouped areas of Design Exceptions and summary tables for FHWA review during coordination meetings. The Engineer shall prepare a Request for Design Exception, Waiver, or Variance (Request) for each Design Exception, Waiver, and Variance identified not exceeding six in total. The Requests shall conform to the requirements of current versions of the Mobility Authority/TxDOT PS&E Preparation Manual including completing the Form 1002 (page 3 of 3) for approval of the request.
Design Exceptions. Contract Documents must note any design exceptions; no exceptions are available for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Design Exceptions. FHWA signature approval of all exceptions to contract design requirements is required. FHWA review of all design exceptions will be performed concurrent with the MoDOT review, to expedite the review and approval process. The design exception process should be consistent with the process in MoDOT’s Engineering Policy Guide, or with the RFP contract requirements. Reduction of construction costs is not, by itself, considered adequate justification for a design exception. Feedback, rejection, or approval of design exception requests will be given within 5 days of receipt of the request. MoDOT must insure that approval signature lines are provided on the design exception form for the proposing team, MoDOT and FHWA. FHWA concurrence of the design exception form to be used is highly encouraged.
Design Exceptions. The Engineer will spend up to 40 hours identifying design exceptions and waivers. The Engineer shall determine the necessity for each design exception or waiver for approval. If the Owner agrees that design exception or waiver is necessary, the Engineer shall prepare the Owner’s required design exception or design waiver documentation. The Engineer shall document the operational and safety analysis for comparison of the no-build, build with standard design, and build with proposed design alternatives.