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1. What is utility underground?

Existing overhead utilities (phone, cable TV, internet and electric) are replaced by a system that is essentially underground. Wires for these utilities are run through conduits in streets, lanes, and easements. Utility poles are eliminated. Service wires from homes and businesses in an underground district must also be placed underground. More Details on Undergrounding

2. What are the advantages to utility underground?

Removing overhead utilities eliminates the visual blight of utility poles with crossarms, wires, transformers, and associated hardware. Besides the aesthetic improvement to the general neighborhood, some properties can realize significant view enhancements. Many feel that undergrounding will increase property values throughout the local community.

As more and more utilities are undergrounded, the reliability of these services improves. Without protection from storms, wind, and earthquakes, poles and wires can fall causing personal injury and damage. They can also block roads at a time when emergency vehicles need neighborhood access. More Details on Undergrounding

3. Who pays for utility underground?

Most of the costs are borne by the property owners in an undergrounding district. More Details on Undergrounding